Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) from $462

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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — IST
May 1 — May 81

The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 April 26, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$924

One-way from

$462
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

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 7% 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 54 days in advance to save up to 11% 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 54 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 $1,226, or $1,281 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,261 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $861. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (SFO - IST)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Air Canada flights we've come across from San Francisco to Istanbul. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 5/811:40 amSFO - IST
2 stops19h 20mAir Canada
Fri 5/177:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops25h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$1,190
Mon 5/66:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 45mAir Canada
Sun 5/197:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$1,304
Fri 5/38:26 amSFO - IST
2 stops22h 34mAir Canada
Fri 5/107:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops25h 27mAir Canada
Deal found 4/26$1,309
Mon 5/68:25 amSFO - IST
2 stops22h 50mAir Canada
Sat 5/186:55 amIST - SFO
2 stops23h 12mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$1,314
Fri 5/38:26 amSFO - IST
2 stops18h 39mAir Canada
Wed 5/81:45 pmIST - SFO
2 stops29h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$1,315
Wed 5/17:00 amSFO - IST
2 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Wed 5/87:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 4/25$1,323

Cheap Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Turkish Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Turkish Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco to Istanbul. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sun 5/196:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/61:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,210
Mon 5/66:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/217:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,239
Sat 5/41:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/117:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,244
Fri 5/31:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/117:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,254
Fri 5/31:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/77:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,257
Fri 5/31:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 5/91:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,263
Fri 5/31:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/77:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,265
Sat 5/41:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/107:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,267
Fri 5/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/117:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,277

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 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.
Mon 5/64:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/211:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$993
Mon 5/62:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/226:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$997
Sun 5/127:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/188:20 pmIST - SFO
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$999
Fri 4/267:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/32:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops36h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,005
Mon 5/137:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/188:20 pmIST - SFO
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,016
Mon 5/272:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops42h 39mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/212:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,018
Wed 5/84:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 5/198:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,022
Wed 5/14:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 5/78:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,024
Tue 5/74:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Mon 5/208:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,025

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 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.
Sun 9/16:45 amSFO - IST
2 stops23h 45mDelta
Fri 9/206:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops26h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/25$985
Tue 7/166:00 amSFO - IST
2 stops24h 30mDelta
Fri 10/186:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops20h 02mDelta
Deal found 4/25$986
Wed 9/254:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 10/68:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$988
Sun 9/84:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 9/228:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$990
Sun 9/18:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop34h 20mDelta
Tue 9/176:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops26h 27mDelta
Deal found 4/25$992
Mon 7/158:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop34h 20mDelta
Fri 10/186:45 amIST - SFO
2 stops27h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/25$993
Sun 7/143:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Fri 10/186:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop21h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/25$996
Mon 5/62:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/226:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$997
Thu 11/212:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 50mDelta
Tue 12/37:25 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/25$999

Non-stop flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to Istanbul. Select from other flights from San Francisco to Istanbul by using the search form above.
Mon 5/66:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/217:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/26$1,209
Sun 5/196:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 6/61:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,210
Fri 5/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/107:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,228
Tue 5/211:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 6/191:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,232
Mon 5/66:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 5/217:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,239
Sat 5/41:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/117:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,244
Fri 5/36:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 6/257:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,247
Mon 5/66:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Fri 5/177:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,249
Fri 5/31:15 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Sat 5/117:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/25$1,254

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 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.
Mon 5/64:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/211:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$993
Mon 5/62:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/226:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$997
Wed 5/14:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 5/168:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,022
Wed 5/14:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 5/78:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,024
Fri 5/37:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/510:55 amIST - SFO
2 stops35h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24$1,028
Thu 5/24:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 5/128:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,039
Mon 5/64:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/218:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops56h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/26$1,066
Mon 5/64:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/218:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,067
Mon 5/64:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 5/218:05 pmIST - SFO
2 stops45h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,071

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 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.
Wed 6/262:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$462
Tue 6/252:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$468
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$480
Mon 5/272:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops42h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$482
Thu 5/92:40 pmSFO - IST
3 stops55h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$490
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops43h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$492
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$493
Sat 6/12:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$495
Thu 5/92:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$498

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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Budget

$986 - $1,211

Route

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Return

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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 7/16

2 stops24h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 10/18

2 stops20h 02m

$986

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 7/15

1 stop34h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 10/22

2 stops25h 38m

$993

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 5/6

2 stops51h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 5/22

1 stop24h 05m

$997

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/19

1 stop27h 45m

$1,022

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 7/19

1 stop20h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 10/23

1 stop16h 30m

$1,086

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 5/15

1 stop19h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 5/22

1 stop29h 45m

$1,151

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 5/8

2 stops19h 20m

Istanbul

Fri 5/17

2 stops25h 27m

$1,190

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 5/19

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Thu 6/6

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,210

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 5/26

2 stops37h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 6/3

2 stops34h 50m

$1,211

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 4/25

When is the best time to 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 January 28, 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 53 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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When is the cheapest time 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 21, 2024.
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All times are departure.
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. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is currently $484 while a round-trip flight costs $1,094. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $924). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,445). 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.

January

$968

February

$939

March

$984

April

$1,027

May

$1,117

June

$1,445

July

$1,306

August

$1,193

September

$1,068

October

$1,000

November

$924

December

$968

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

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 26, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, such as Air Canada, Turkish Airlines and Qatar 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.
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.9
Good
1,626 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,809 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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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 $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $986, but on average you can expect to pay $1,015.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport under $1,300. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport is less than $1,253.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($986), and Qatar Airways ($1,022) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

  • 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 Pakistan International Airlines (49%), IndiGo (49%) and Turkish Airlines (49%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $476. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $820 on average our data indicates $1,817 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?

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

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time experiencing De Dam, Beurs van Berlage, and Anne Frank Huis. De Dam, Beurs van Berlage, and Anne Frank Huis can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.8 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can rent a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about $40 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt more than any other notable places. Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt can be visited by traveling about 7.4 mi, 7.7 mi, and 7.0 mi respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $40.

  • 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 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.

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

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    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.

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    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?

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  • 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 4/26.

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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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
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AnadoluJetCheapest$133Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$777Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest$808Average$1,218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$844Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$877Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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EmiratesCheapest$912Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$965Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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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 April 26, 2024.
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