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

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From San Francisco to Istanbul

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Istanbul due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Istanbul for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul to control the spread of COVID-19?

Delta is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travelers booking flights from San Francisco to Istanbul include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitization, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of our airline partners flying from San Francisco to Istanbul have new flexible policies in place due to COVID-19. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, and United Airlines are some of the carriers where you may find flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for airlines like Turkish Airlines with this kind of flexibility.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $700 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $651, but on average you can expect to pay $705.

Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul under $1,000. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is less than $1,037.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Istanbul for under $800?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Istanbul within the next 7 days for less than $800.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Istanbul?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 84 °F's in July, on average. The temperature in Istanbul is generally hotter than in San Francisco. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Departing from San Francisco to Istanbul will take you 16h 05m. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Currently priced at $745, Lufthansa will fly you from San Francisco to Istanbul and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $746. Users have found that Lufthansa is 27% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.