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$483+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Istanbul to San Francisco are usually found in January or December, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$483
(KLM)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$854

Good round-trip deal

$738 or less

Good one-way deal

$664 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/205:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Thu 11/271:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/15$483
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/205:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Mon 10/272:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/15$485
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 11/105:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Mon 12/81:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mKLM
Deal found 9/17$486
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/215:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Tue 10/284:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mKLM
Deal found 9/15$491

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to San Francisco 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 11/27

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$483

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 12/8

11:55 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$489

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 10/21

5:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

4:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

$493

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 11/12

4:50 am-3:57 pm

2 stops22h 07m

San Francisco

Sat 11/29

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

$501

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 10/14

7:55 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$540

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 11/18

7:35 am-3:00 pm

1 stop18h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 2/14

1:28 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$541

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 9/25

6:10 am-4:04 pm

2 stops19h 54m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

3:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

$552

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 10/16

4:20 am-4:05 pm

2 stops21h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 11/13

10:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 25m

$572

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sun 12/7

8:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 1/4

10:11 am-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 14m

$653

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 10/11

4:35 am-11:44 pm

2 stops29h 09m

$665

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Istanbul to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is 79 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 Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 IST to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,965 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,409 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,367 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,386 reviews

Comfort

7.7

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Mark,Sep 2025

AMS - BHX

Crew and snacks were good, boarding wasn't great as busses were used rather than boarding tunnels. Also endured a one hour delay.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Istanbul?

    For a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco, you will be flying into San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 5 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. 7 airlines have flights to San Francisco from Istanbul on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    Departing from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco will take you 28h 55m. The distance from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is about 6684 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is KLM. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $452 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and British Airways, starting at $499 and $509 round-trip. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco are Turkish Airlines (67%), Pakistan International Airlines (67%) and IndiGo (67%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,303, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $651. The most popular route (Istanbul - San Francisco), is priced around $483.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is Frankfurt am Main.

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

    Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Festhalle are the most popular attractions in Frankfurt am Main if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main interested in visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Festhalle can do so by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 6.5 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 $39 per day.

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

    Of the flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in London.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco 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 Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 7 airlines flying from Istanbul to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to San Francisco. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$452Average$554FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$499Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$509Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$595Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$625Average$867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$647Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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