$583+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Jun 2 — Jun 91
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 May 3, 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 May 3, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/304:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/144:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$890
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/138:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Fri 9/254:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$893
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/114:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/194:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops41h 41m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$894
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/1311:05 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops30h 25m
Delta
Mon 9/215:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$897
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/241:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 25m
Delta
Tue 9/85:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$898
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/28:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Sun 11/15:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$900
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Tue 9/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops25h 54m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$903
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/58:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops45h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/194:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops29h 16m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$906
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/262:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Wed 8/196:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops27h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$907
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 11/23:00 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/111:40 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/29![Qatar Airways logo]()
$948
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 11/23:00 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop34h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 11/271:40 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/1![Qatar Airways logo]()
$958
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/61:45 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Tue 5/128:50 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$979
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 May 3, 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 May 3, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Mon 7/132:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Mon 8/35:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$1,039
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 5/131:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop25h 35m
KLM
Mon 5/255:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$1,051
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/263:09 pm
SFO
- SAW
2 stops35h 01m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/91:40 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/28![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,147
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop22h 45m
Emirates
Thu 7/92:05 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/29![Emirates logo]()
$1,281
This French Bee deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 French Bee is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/149:05 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,767
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/142:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Tue 8/44:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops26h 14m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$1,049
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/281:45 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop17h 20m
KLM
Thu 6/48:50 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/30![KLM logo]()
$1,079
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Tue 6/2311:45 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops29h 45m
Delta
Sat 8/226:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops36h 26m
Delta
Deal found 5/1![Delta logo]()
$1,063
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/188:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Mon 8/35:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,095
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop34h 00m
Emirates
Fri 6/122:05 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,328
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/15:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop22h 45m
Emirates
Thu 6/182:05 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/145:25 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 55m
Delta
Wed 8/56:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,189
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/65:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop34h 00m
Emirates
Fri 7/172:05 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 4/28![Emirates logo]()
$1,348
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/32:43 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops26h 47m
Delta
Fri 7/34:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$1,190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/1510:30 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop19h 00m
Delta
Tue 8/46:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops20h 12m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,194
This French Bee deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 French Bee is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/234:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop19h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/249:05 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop21h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$2,048
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 6/1510:30 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop19h 00m
Delta
Wed 8/56:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops22h 14m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,194
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/215:25 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 55m
Delta
Sat 7/184:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Deal found 5/2![Delta logo]()
$1,209
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/255:05 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop34h 00m
Emirates
Sun 8/232:05 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 5/1![Emirates logo]()
$1,915
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/273:05 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 25m
Delta
Sat 6/136:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$1,255
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/61:45 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop17h 20m
KLM
Sat 9/58:50 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$2,586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/312:43 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops26h 47m
Delta
Sun 6/145:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$1,260
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/1410:29 am
SFO
- SAW
2 stops20h 36m
KLM
Sun 5/242:40 pm
SAW
- SFO
1 stop31h 05m
KLM
Deal found 5/2![KLM logo]()
$2,698
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Tue 5/195:55 pm
SFO
- SAW
2 stops19h 00m
KLM
Sun 5/318:50 am
SAW
- SFO
2 stops20h 30m
KLM
Deal found 5/2![KLM logo]()
$2,877
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated May 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/412:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/188:10 pm
IST
- SFO
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$980
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/44:30 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/199:15 am
SAW
- SFO
2 stops45h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$984
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/209:25 am
IST
- SFO
3 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$949
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/61:45 pm
SFO
- SAW
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Tue 5/128:50 am
SAW
- SFO
1 stop36h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$979
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/63:05 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Wed 5/134:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$985
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/214:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$987
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/1112:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/66:45 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$946
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1112:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/46:45 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop17h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$970
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1112:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/268:15 pm
IST
- SFO
3 stops54h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$971
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/186:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/911:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops47h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$972
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/1912:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/39:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$966
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/1912:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/211:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops47h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$973
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 May 3, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/103:50 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$583
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/303:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/2![Qatar Airways logo]()
$585
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/610:15 pm
SFO
- SAW
2 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$586
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 7/57:35 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$587
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 7/223:15 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops26h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$588
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/16:00 am
SFO
- SAW
3 stops31h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$589
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 5/910:15 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop28h 50m
LOT
Deal found 4/29![LOT logo]()
$589
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 7/302:40 pm
SFO
- SAW
2 stops22h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$590
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/199:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops40h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$591
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/118:30 pm
SFO
- SAW
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$592
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/56:00 am
SFO
- SAW
3 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$595
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/189:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops41h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$595
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 (TR5). 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 May 3, 2026.
Round-trip from | $890 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $583 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,179 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Mon 7/13
2:30 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 00m
Istanbul
Mon 8/3
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,039
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 7/14
2:30 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 00m
Istanbul
Tue 8/4
4:25 am-8:39 pm
2 stops26h 14m
$1,049
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Wed 5/13
1:45 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 35m
Istanbul
Mon 5/25
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,051
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 6/23
11:45 am-3:30 am
2 stops29h 45m
Istanbul
Sat 8/22
6:00 am-8:26 am
2 stops36h 26m
$1,063
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - SAW
SFOSAW
San Francisco
Thu 5/28
1:45 pm-5:05 pm
1 stop17h 20m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Thu 6/4
8:50 am-11:45 am
1 stop36h 55m
$1,079
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 7/18
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Mon 8/3
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$1,095
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - SAW
SFOSAW
San Francisco
Mon 10/26
3:09 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops35h 01m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 11/9
1:40 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop34h 00m
$1,147
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 6/14
5:25 pm-1:20 am
2 stops21h 55m
Istanbul
Wed 8/5
6:00 am-11:45 am
1 stop15h 45m
$1,189
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Wed 6/3
2:43 pm-3:30 am
2 stops26h 47m
Istanbul
Fri 7/3
4:25 am-6:00 pm
1 stop23h 35m
$1,190
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Mon 6/15
10:30 pm-3:30 am
1 stop19h 00m
Istanbul
Tue 8/4
6:00 am-4:12 pm
2 stops20h 12m
$1,194
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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.
SFO-TR5
SFO-IST
SFO-SAW
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Istanbul
SFO-TR5
SFO-IST
SFO-SAW
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is 66 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul (average of $36). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,878). 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 May 3, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul 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?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 May 3, 2026.
The most flights from SFO to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul?
How often are flights from San Francisco to Istanbul delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Istanbul flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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 8% of flights being delayed.
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 May 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Istanbul have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$567 | Average$805 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$604 | Average$650 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$614 | Average$1,004 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$660 | Average$1,142 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$701 | Average$1,119 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$723 | Average$1,367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$740 | Average$1,100 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$787 | Average$1,137 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$821 | Average$1,292 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$873 | Average$1,065 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |