$551+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
Jul 25 — Aug 11
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San FranciscoExplore 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 June 25, 2026.
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 June 25, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Delta
Tue 10/272:50 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop16h 05m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$785
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/105:40 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Fri 8/141:15 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$787
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:40 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops22h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 10/47:00 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/25![United Airlines logo]()
$788
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/175:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Wed 7/2910:40 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop15h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/25![LOT logo]()
$790
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Fri 8/216:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops19h 50m
Delta
Tue 10/2712:40 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops31h 15m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$791
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Mon 10/2610:31 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 24m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$792
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Thu 8/276:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops25h 59m
Delta
Sun 8/308:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Deal found 6/21![Delta logo]()
$793
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/134:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 10/64:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$794
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/288:15 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops35h 06m
American Airlines
Wed 10/2812:22 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops26h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops21h 25m
Delta
Fri 10/3011:05 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 50m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$797
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:15 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops25h 30m
American Airlines
Wed 11/48:35 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop16h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$799
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/206:50 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Sun 10/114:35 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 6/21![British Airways logo]()
$800
Best flights from Istanbul to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/205:50 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops27h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 8/101:55 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/24![United Airlines logo]()
$787
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 8/224:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Delta
Thu 10/2910:31 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 24m
Delta
Deal found 6/25![Delta logo]()
$810
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/21:15 pm
IST
- SFO
Nonstop13h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Fri 10/26:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$889
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/148:15 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops23h 11m
British Airways
Mon 12/212:03 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops22h 57m
British Airways
Deal found 6/23![British Airways logo]()
$920
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/85:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Fri 8/146:13 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops33h 07m
Delta
Deal found 6/20![Delta logo]()
$934
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/127:25 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
British Airways
Mon 8/177:30 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop18h 55m
British Airways
Deal found 6/20![British Airways logo]()
$947
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/223:00 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop34h 32m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/216:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/22![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,002
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/156:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops24h 51m
Delta
Thu 7/309:49 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 31m
Delta
Deal found 6/23![Delta logo]()
$939
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/131:15 pm
IST
- SFO
Nonstop13h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 10/76:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 6/21![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$1,064
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/155:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Mon 7/275:50 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops33h 30m
Delta
Deal found 6/23![Delta logo]()
$968
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/127:25 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
British Airways
Fri 8/284:35 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop16h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 6/24![British Airways logo]()
$1,133
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 8/125:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Fri 8/283:37 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops23h 43m
Delta
Deal found 6/24![Delta logo]()
$1,026
Last-minute flights from Istanbul to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco. Data last updated June 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco. Data last updated June 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 6/305:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Thu 8/133:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 55m
LOT
Deal found 6/20![LOT logo]()
$819
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 6/305:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Sun 8/163:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 55m
LOT
Deal found 6/20![LOT logo]()
$820
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/71:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops43h 12m
Air Canada
Wed 8/1211:39 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 21m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/21![Air Canada logo]()
$808
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/75:50 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops33h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/96:30 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops24h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$812
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/105:40 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops23h 44m
United Airlines
Fri 8/141:15 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops22h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/23![United Airlines logo]()
$787
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/135:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops36h 42m
Lufthansa
Sun 8/161:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop17h 05m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/23![Lufthansa logo]()
$807
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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 7/175:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Wed 7/2910:40 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop15h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/25![LOT logo]()
$790
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/175:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Sat 8/1510:40 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop15h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/24![LOT logo]()
$800
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/175:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Thu 8/133:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 55m
LOT
Deal found 6/24![LOT logo]()
$801
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/239:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops35h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/101:55 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$804
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/288:15 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops35h 06m
American Airlines
Wed 10/2812:22 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops26h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/24![American Airlines logo]()
$795
One-way flights from Istanbul to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Istanbul to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/159:25 am
IST
- SFO
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$551
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/233:40 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop32h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 6/23![British Airways logo]()
$553
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/278:05 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop27h 45m
British Airways
Deal found 6/23![British Airways logo]()
$554
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Fri 10/231:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop34h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 6/21![British Airways logo]()
$559
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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.
Wed 9/27:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
LOT
Deal found 6/21![LOT logo]()
$567
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 9/127:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 40m
LOT
Deal found 6/21![LOT logo]()
$569
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Sat 9/195:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop30h 30m
LOT
Deal found 6/23![LOT logo]()
$572
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/215:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/23![LOT logo]()
$573
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 7/75:30 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop37h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/23![LOT logo]()
$574
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. 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.
Tue 7/1411:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops43h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/25![LOT logo]()
$575
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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.
Tue 7/2111:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops43h 10m
LOT
Deal found 6/22![LOT logo]()
$577
Find 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 June 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $785 (Delta) |
One-way from | $551 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $948 |
Good round-trip deal | $969 or less |
Good one-way deal | $886 or less |
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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 June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Mon 7/20
5:50 am-10:57 pm
2 stops27h 07m
San Francisco
Mon 8/10
1:55 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops21h 30m
$787
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sat 8/22
4:25 am-12:50 pm
1 stop18h 25m
San Francisco
Thu 10/29
10:31 am-4:55 pm
2 stops20h 24m
$810
Quickest round-trip
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 9/2
1:15 pm-4:40 pm
Nonstop13h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
6:45 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop12h 55m
$889
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 10/14
8:15 am-9:26 pm
2 stops23h 11m
San Francisco
Mon 12/21
2:03 pm-12:00 am
2 stops22h 57m
$920
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 7/8
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 8/14
6:13 am-1:20 am
2 stops33h 07m
$934
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 7/15
6:00 am-8:51 pm
2 stops24h 51m
San Francisco
Thu 7/30
9:49 am-4:20 pm
2 stops20h 31m
$939
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 8/12
7:25 pm-1:50 pm
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Mon 8/17
7:30 pm-12:25 am
1 stop18h 55m
$947
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 7/15
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Mon 7/27
5:50 am-1:20 am
2 stops33h 30m
$968
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Tue 9/22
3:00 pm-3:32 pm
1 stop34h 32m
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
6:45 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop12h 55m
$1,002
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST - SFO
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Wed 8/12
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 8/28
3:37 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 43m
$1,026
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco in June.
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?
The best time to book flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco is 47 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 $668). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,155). 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 June 25, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco as you normally would.
How often are flights from Istanbul to San Francisco delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Istanbul and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 88 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to San Francisco 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?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 20% of flights being delayed.
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 June 25, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM,Delta, andTurkish 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.
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
Crew
8.4
Comfort
7.7
Overall
7.8
Entertainment
7.2
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodAnonymous,Apr 2026
OKC - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$448 | Average$556 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$494 | Average$714 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$577 | Average$800 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$621 | Average$829 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$627 | Average$780 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$688 | Average$904 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |