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$271+ 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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 July 25, 2024.

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Round-trip from

$1,035
(Delta)

One-way from

$271
(Kiwi.com)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 9% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 56 days in advance to save up to 13% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 56 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,228, or $1,291 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,249 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $675. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to IST?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 25, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Mon 8/265:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/25$1,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/156:03 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 27mDelta
Fri 9/276:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop21h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,037
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/155:55 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Tue 10/15:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,039
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/178:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,040
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Thu 10/36:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops24h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,042
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Wed 10/26:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops21h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,043
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/11:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/23:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops39h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,044
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/221:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/23:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops39h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,046
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/159:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops21h 00mDelta
Fri 9/276:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops26h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,047

San Francisco to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Mon 8/265:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/25$1,035
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/156:03 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 27mDelta
Fri 9/276:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop21h 15mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,037
This mytrip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/274:20 pmSFO - IST
2 stops25h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/12:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,038
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Thu 8/155:19 amSFO - IST
2 stops25h 11mDelta
Wed 8/285:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 45mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,039
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/183:30 pmSFO - IST
1 stop17h 25mBritish Airways
Sun 9/297:50 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/25$1,040
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Tue 10/16:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops25h 01mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,042
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Fri 8/163:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Wed 10/26:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops21h 38mDelta
Deal found 7/24$1,043
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/11:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/23:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops39h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,044
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/128:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops18h 35mAir Canada
Thu 9/198:15 amIST - SFO
2 stops23h 16mAir Canada
Deal found 7/25$1,045

San Francisco to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1511:15 pmIST - SFO
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,037
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/178:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,040
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/11:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/23:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops39h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$1,044
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/214:45 amIST - SFO
3 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,050
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/11:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/3011:55 pmIST - SFO
2 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,059
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/41:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/288:50 pmIST - SFO
2 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,064
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 7/304:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/224:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,067
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/11:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/911:15 pmIST - SFO
3 stops49h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$1,068
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/21:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/3011:55 pmIST - SFO
2 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$1,070

One-way flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Istanbul. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Istanbul can use the search form above.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/2310:05 pmSFO - IST
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/237:30 amSFO - IST
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 9/227:30 amSFO - IST
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 9/237:30 amSFO - IST
3 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 12/510:02 amSFO - IST
2 stops26h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$279
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/2312:50 pmSFO - IST
2 stops25h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 11/1012:24 pmSFO - IST
2 stops20h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/228:15 amSFO - IST
3 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/24$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/2111:17 amSFO - IST
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/25$318

Find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul within your budget

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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$1,035 - $1,143

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Return

Price

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 8/16

1 stop15h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 8/26

1 stop28h 45m

$1,035

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 9/26

2 stops27h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 10/7

1 stop29h 40m

$1,036

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 8/15

2 stops23h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 10/2

1 stop21h 15m

$1,037

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 9/27

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 10/1

1 stop27h 45m

$1,038

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 9/18

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 9/29

1 stop27h 25m

$1,040

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 8/1

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 9/2

2 stops39h 04m

$1,044

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 9/3

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 9/24

Nonstop13h 30m

$1,056

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 9/5

1 stop15h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 10/9

1 stop16h 30m

$1,092

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 9/10

2 stops27h 28m

Istanbul

Mon 9/16

2 stops38h 07m

$1,143

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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 July 23, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 89 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.
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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 July 21, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 July 25, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, such as Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and British Airways. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,332 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
4,159 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,762 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • 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 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Istanbul. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $1,035, but on average you can expect to pay $1,045.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport is less than $1,079.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,100.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($1,035), British Airways ($1,036), and Qatar Airways ($1,038) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 17% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 (76%), Pakistan International Airlines (76%) and IndiGo (76%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $479. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $579 on average our data indicates $1,951 when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

  • What does SFO to IST mean?

    Great question - SFO to IST just means San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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

    San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main most of the time. London is the second most popular location for layovers on flights 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, St Paul's Church, and Oper Frankfurt. Römerberg, St Paul's Church, and Oper Frankfurt can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.0 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 $40 per day.

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

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye more than any other notable places. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.7 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $55.

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

    San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights have a layover in Amsterdam the least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/25.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

    When booking a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you may want to consider flying on AnadoluJet, American Airlines or Air Canada as they are the most popular for this route.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $926). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,417). 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AnadoluJetCheapest$133Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$675Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
DeltaCheapest$725Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$781Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$848Average$1,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$873Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
EmiratesCheapest$892Average$1,336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$896Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$934Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 25, 2024.
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