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$493+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Istanbul

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 12/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$693
(oojo)

One-way from

$493
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,059
From Salinas to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/91:10 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/191:50 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$693
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/271:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Wed 12/34:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mKLM
Deal found 10/30$694
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/308:25 amSFO - IST
3 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:20 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$695
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/18:30 amSFO - IST
3 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:00 pmIST - SFO
3 stops34h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$697
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:25 amSFO - SAW
3 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/59:05 amSAW - SFO
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$698
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:30 amSFO - IST
3 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/2410:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$698
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/141:35 pmSFO - IST
1 stop22h 10mLufthansa
Sat 12/66:30 amIST - SFO
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 10/29$699
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/66:50 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 12/111:50 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$700
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/288:25 amSFO - SAW
3 stops24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/49:05 amSAW - SFO
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$701
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:50 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 10mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/278:05 amIST - SFO
Nonstop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 10/29$701
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/28:25 amSFO - IST
3 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/810:00 pmIST - SFO
2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$702
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 12/68:39 amSFO - IST
2 stops22h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/186:30 amIST - SFO
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$705

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

10:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 12/17

4:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$718

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

1:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/26

3:45 pm-11:50 am

1 stop31h 05m

$720

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 11/17

1:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 12/8

9:00 am-8:59 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$730

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

11:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 11/18

9:00 am-8:56 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$734

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

11:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops18h 40m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 11/20

9:00 am-8:56 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$734

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop13h 55m

$743

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 12/29

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Istanbul

Fri 2/13

4:50 am-10:12 pm

2 stops28h 22m

$758

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 1/11

12:47 am-4:55 pm

2 stops29h 08m

Istanbul

Mon 1/19

5:55 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$759

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 11/16

1:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 12/6

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$760

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

8:05 am-11:05 am

Nonstop14h 00m

$763

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 44 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 Salinas to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul (average of $614). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $965). 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 S9N to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Salinas to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Salinas to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,031 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,541 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,487 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

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

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Istanbul?

    KLM, Turkish Airlines, and Delta can get you from Salinas to Istanbul in just under 13h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 45m. There are 6684 mi between Salinas and Istanbul. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Istanbul on time: Turkish Airlines (66%), Pakistan International Airlines (66%), IndiGo (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $398. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $36 on average, our data indicates $2,246 when flying from Salinas to Istanbul.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Istanbul?

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul (average of $614). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $965). 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 Salinas to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$567Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
DeltaCheapest$666Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$710Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$713Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$732Average$1,367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$732Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$762Average$1,294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$806Average$1,231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$918Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$927Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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