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$623+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
May 18 — May 251
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in February or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
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 April 18, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/25:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/14$876
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/94:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/14$879
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/194:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/14$880
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2411:55 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops29h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/34:30 am
IST
-
SFO
2 stops28h 42m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/13$881
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/236:20 pm
SFO
-
IST
2 stops47h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/54:30 am
IST
-
SFO
2 stops30h 54m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/13$887
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
2 stops22h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/214:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$888
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/174:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 10/14:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$890
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2411:55 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops29h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 9/74:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/13$891
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/68:10 pm
SFO
-
IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Wed 10/146:00 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$893
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1811:05 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops30h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/24:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/15$894
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:35 am
SFO
-
IST
2 stops29h 55m
Delta
Mon 10/125:20 pm
IST
-
SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/14$897
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/64:45 pm
SFO
-
IST
2 stops22h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sun 9/204:30 am
IST
-
SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/14$898

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 April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$876
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$623
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$948

Good round-trip deal

$780 or less

Good one-way deal

$562 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Istanbul flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Istanbul flights.
From San Francisco to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($237 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Istanbul.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 7/26

8:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 8/19

4:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$893

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 8/7

8:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 9/26

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,003

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

1:35 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/21

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,049

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

3:05 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 6/1

5:20 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 25m

$1,055

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

5:55 am-4:20 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-3:58 pm

2 stops19h 58m

$1,129

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 7/29

3:27 pm-1:20 am

2 stops23h 53m

Istanbul

Tue 8/4

6:00 am-9:17 pm

2 stops25h 17m

$1,160

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 7/16

8:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 7/27

6:00 am-8:05 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$1,175
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 6/4

8:10 pm-3:30 am

1 stop21h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 6/8

4:25 am-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$1,178

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 5/25

3:05 pm-3:30 am

1 stop26h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 7/10

4:25 am-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$1,185

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

8:10 pm-1:20 am

2 stops19h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 5/30

6:00 am-4:57 pm

2 stops20h 57m

$1,214

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/15

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 71 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 $805). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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 April 18, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 19% 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 April 11, 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. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

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 April 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,KLM, andUnited 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

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 4 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Istanbul. It is only a 11.0 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport can take about 21h 20m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $893. The distance from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport is about 6684 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, IndiGo ($567), Scandinavian Airlines ($604), and Lufthansa ($660) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $509. However, be on the lookout for offers from British Airways and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines (79%), Pakistan International Airlines (79%) and IndiGo (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $500. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $738 on average, our data indicates $2,330 when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $39 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Paris?

    Paris travelers tend to visit Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum more than any other notable places. Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, and Louvre Museum can be visited by traveling about 15.8 mi, 14.7 mi, and 14.3 mi respectively from Paris Charles de Gaulle. Those on a layover in Paris in need of a rental car can book one at Paris Charles de Gaulle for about $37.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 $805). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,489). 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.

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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul

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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$604Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$660Average$1,132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$702Average$1,115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$718Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$723Average$1,341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$745Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LOTCheapest$787Average$868FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
DeltaCheapest$857Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$902Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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