$453+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Oct 18 — Oct 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 September 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 September 18, 2026.
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/203:00 pm -
2 stops20h 15m
Wed 11/117:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$896
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/298:25 am -
2 stops27h 20m
Fri 1/86:30 am -
2 stops24h 05m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$897
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:50 pm -
1 stop28h 15m
Mon 10/129:25 pm -
2 stops57h 25m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$898
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/1010:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Wed 10/141:55 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$899
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2011:10 am -
2 stops39h 50m
Tue 11/37:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$900
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/114:10 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Tue 10/205:30 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Deal found 9/17![LOT logo]()
$901
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:05 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Sun 11/86:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$902
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/141:58 pm -
2 stops26h 07m
Wed 10/213:45 am -
2 stops28h 03m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/174:40 pm -
2 stops19h 05m
Thu 11/266:30 am -
2 stops35h 18m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$905
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/252:08 pm -
2 stops21h 37m
Wed 1/137:05 pm -
2 stops36h 02m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$906
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/199:05 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Sun 11/86:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$907
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 September 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 September 18, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/192:45 pm -
1 stop16h 25m
Sat 2/276:30 am -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$921
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/14:10 pm -
2 stops21h 40m
Sun 11/86:50 pm -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$923
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/221:50 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Mon 11/307:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$986
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/265:15 pm -
2 stops36h 40m
Sun 1/107:15 am -
2 stops40h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Delta logo]()
$1,105
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/136:45 pm -
Nonstop12h 55m
Wed 10/281:50 pm -
Nonstop13h 40m
Deal found 9/15![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,306
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/177:15 am -
3 stops22h 40m
Wed 2/246:00 pm -
3 stops37h 18m
Deal found 9/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$1,427
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/132:25 pm -
2 stops20h 50m
Mon 11/26:30 am -
2 stops25h 55m
Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$947
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/112:40 pm -
1 stop20h 55m
Tue 10/277:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$1,036
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/164:14 pm -
2 stops21h 11m
Wed 1/66:50 pm -
2 stops36h 56m
Deal found 9/17![British Airways logo]()
$1,233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/217:25 am -
2 stops28h 20m
Sat 11/286:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/13![United Airlines logo]()
$1,145
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/67:00 am -
3 stops22h 55m
Sun 3/146:00 pm -
2 stops31h 50m
Deal found 9/15![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$1,644
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated September 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This LOT deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 LOT is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:50 pm -
2 stops35h 45m
Thu 10/157:00 am -
1 stop17h 15m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$898
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/3010:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Fri 10/169:25 pm -
2 stops33h 25m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$905
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/1010:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Wed 10/141:55 pm -
1 stop16h 55m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$899
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 10/114:10 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Tue 10/205:30 pm -
1 stop37h 20m
Deal found 9/17![LOT logo]()
$901
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/141:58 pm -
2 stops26h 07m
Wed 10/213:45 am -
2 stops28h 03m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$904
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/189:05 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Sun 11/86:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$902
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/199:05 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Fri 11/66:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$906
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/199:05 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Sun 11/86:30 am -
1 stop17h 05m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$907
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/203:00 pm -
2 stops20h 15m
Tue 11/107:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Lufthansa logo]()
$896
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2011:10 am -
2 stops39h 50m
Tue 11/37:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$900
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/244:10 pm -
2 stops40h 00m
Tue 11/37:05 pm -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 9/14![Lufthansa logo]()
$908
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 September 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 September 18, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/154:10 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![LOT logo]()
$453
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/65:20 pm -
2 stops32h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$454
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/115:20 pm -
3 stops28h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$457
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/155:20 pm -
2 stops52h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$458
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/198:30 pm -
2 stops33h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$459
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 11/127:25 pm -
3 stops40h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$460
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 2/35:20 pm -
3 stops28h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$461
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1010:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![LOT logo]()
$462
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 12/97:25 pm -
3 stops26h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$463
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/225:20 pm -
2 stops57h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$464
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/177:35 pm -
3 stops35h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$465
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/54:35 pm -
3 stops29h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$466
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 September 18, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $896 (KAYAK) |
One-way from | $453 (Booking.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,119 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,088 or less |
Good one-way deal | $585 or less |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 11/7
8:00 pm-11:55 am
1 stop28h 55m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$486
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
8:30 pm-12:05 am
1 stop17h 35m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$500
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 9/26
8:30 pm-12:05 am
1 stop17h 35m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$549
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
4:30 pm-10:25 pm
2 stops43h 55m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$624
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Thu 12/10
2:45 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop21h 00m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$692
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Fri 10/30
6:15 am-10:45 pm
2 stops30h 30m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$697
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
11:50 pm-6:00 pm
2 stops32h 10m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$705
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 12/19
10:55 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops36h 50m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$848
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Fri 2/19
2:45 pm-6:10 pm
1 stop16h 25m
Istanbul
Sat 2/27
6:30 am-4:05 pm
1 stop20h 35m
$921
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO San Francisco - IST Istanbul
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 11/1
4:10 pm-12:50 am
2 stops21h 40m
Istanbul
Sun 11/8
6:50 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop31h 05m
$923
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
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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 67 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 $811). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,428). 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 September 18, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% 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 September 12, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon 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 10% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 129 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday 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 10% 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 19% 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 September 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.
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Overall
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 18, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$608 | Average$668 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$683 | Average$1,150 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$710 | Average$1,230 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$1,180 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$718 | Average$1,050 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$723 | Average$1,258 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$745 | Average$1,007 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$787 | Average$1,137 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$836 | Average$1,001 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time68% | |
| Cheapest$892 | Average$1,179 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |