$573+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Jul 18 — Jul 251
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to IstanbulExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 18, 2026.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/255:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,050
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:45 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/253:35 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,051
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/33:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/248:05 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,052
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1710:40 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,053
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/58:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Air France
Sat 9/194:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops21h 39m
Air France
Deal found 6/13![Air France logo]()
$1,054
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/198:55 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 8/284:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,055
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/201:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Sat 8/295:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,056
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/97:30 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop18h 55m
British Airways
Tue 8/187:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 6/16![British Airways logo]()
$1,057
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/63:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/266:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,058
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1111:39 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops35h 46m
United Airlines
Thu 8/201:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/14![United Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 8/271:15 pm
IST
- SFO
Nonstop13h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,060
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1111:00 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 25m
British Airways
Tue 8/187:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop27h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 6/16![British Airways logo]()
$1,061
Best flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/78:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Sat 9/126:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 45m
KLM
Deal found 6/16![KLM logo]()
$1,079
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 11/21:50 pm
IST
- SFO
Nonstop14h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,111
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/211:40 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 35m
British Airways
Sun 11/18:20 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops24h 08m
British Airways
Deal found 6/13![British Airways logo]()
$1,121
This TAROM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TAROM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/64:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops43h 55m
TAROM
Sat 8/2911:15 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops49h 15m
TAROM
Deal found 6/14![TAROM logo]()
$1,434
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/26:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 11/11:50 pm
IST
- SFO
Nonstop14h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,131
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/228:10 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops19h 10m
KLM
Tue 9/16:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops19h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/17![KLM logo]()
$1,176
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/148:10 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops19h 10m
KLM
Sat 8/296:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops19h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/17![KLM logo]()
$1,208
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Fri 7/34:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,220
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/58:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Sun 7/195:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,291
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/133:05 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Mon 8/35:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,428
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Thu 7/305:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,432
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/255:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,050
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/96:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,051
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/238:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Air France
Tue 4/66:20 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops19h 42m
Air France
Deal found 6/13![Air France logo]()
$1,054
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/71:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Tue 7/146:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 49m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,066
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/118:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Sat 7/186:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 49m
KLM
Deal found 6/17![KLM logo]()
$1,061
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/148:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Wed 7/226:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 12m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,060
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/161:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/157:15 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops23h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,059
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Wed 8/195:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/16![KLM logo]()
$1,055
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/201:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Mon 10/56:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops21h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,064
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/218:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Tue 9/16:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 56m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,058
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2611:15 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/195:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,068
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2611:15 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/205:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,069
One-way flights from San Francisco to IstanbulSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/164:30 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$573
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2510:23 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops41h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$574
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/171:00 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops39h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$575
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/221:00 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops39h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$576
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1712:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$577
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/263:55 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops32h 35m
LOT
Deal found 6/17![LOT logo]()
$578
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1510:40 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops35h 55m
LOT
Deal found 6/17![LOT logo]()
$579
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/68:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops50h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$582
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/96:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$584
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/155:40 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops36h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/286:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$586
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,050 (KAYAK) |
One-way from | $573 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,451 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,105 or less |
Good one-way deal | $677 or less |
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Mon 9/7
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 9/12
6:00 am-11:45 am
1 stop15h 45m
$1,079
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 9/1
6:45 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop12h 55m
Istanbul
Mon 11/2
1:50 pm-5:30 pm
Nonstop14h 40m
$1,111
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 8/2
11:40 am-7:15 pm
2 stops21h 35m
Istanbul
Sun 11/1
8:20 am-10:28 pm
2 stops24h 08m
$1,121
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 8/2
6:45 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop12h 55m
Istanbul
Sun 11/1
1:50 pm-5:30 pm
Nonstop14h 40m
$1,131
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 8/22
8:10 pm-1:20 am
2 stops19h 10m
Istanbul
Tue 9/1
6:00 am-3:50 pm
2 stops19h 50m
$1,176
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Fri 8/14
8:10 pm-1:20 am
2 stops19h 10m
Istanbul
Sat 8/29
6:00 am-3:50 pm
2 stops19h 50m
$1,208
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 6/23
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Fri 7/3
4:25 am-12:50 pm
1 stop18h 25m
$1,220
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 7/5
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Sun 7/19
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,291
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Mon 7/13
3:05 pm-3:30 am
1 stop26h 25m
Istanbul
Mon 8/3
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,428
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Thu 7/16
1:45 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 35m
Istanbul
Thu 7/30
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,432
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul in June.
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $799). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,451). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 13, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Istanbul delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Istanbul flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 21% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $625.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Warsaw (WAW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 15h 35m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Warsaw (WAW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 55m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated June 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Delta, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Boarding
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$608 | Average$668 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$646 | Average$1,187 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$700 | Average$1,110 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$719 | Average$983 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$732 | Average$1,334 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$745 | Average$1,115 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$787 | Average$1,157 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$821 | Average$1,298 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$884 | Average$1,174 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$902 | Average$1,219 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |