$695+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
Oct 12 — Oct 191
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 September 12, 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 September 12, 2026.
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/101:55 pm -
1 stop34h 20m
Sat 10/1710:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 9/10![LOT logo]()
$762
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/65:50 pm -
1 stop28h 50m
Tue 10/132:40 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/8![Lufthansa logo]()
$764
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/205:20 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Sun 10/41:45 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$765
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:25 am -
2 stops21h 29m
Wed 3/311:05 am -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 9/9![KLM logo]()
$766
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/167:15 am -
2 stops24h 02m
Mon 1/186:05 am -
2 stops24h 50m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$768
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/198:15 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Mon 11/94:00 pm -
2 stops21h 05m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$769
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/234:25 am -
2 stops21h 29m
Sun 11/81:50 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$778
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/217:25 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Thu 12/248:35 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$780
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/203:45 am -
2 stops18h 55m
Wed 1/202:45 pm -
2 stops40h 25m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$781
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/208:15 am -
2 stops44h 47m
Tue 12/85:25 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/12![British Airways logo]()
$783
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/213:45 am -
1 stop25h 15m
Thu 11/262:45 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$784
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 September 12, 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 September 12, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/241:55 pm -
2 stops20h 35m
Fri 10/912:45 pm -
2 stops22h 40m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$847
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:40 am -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 10/282:50 pm -
1 stop21h 55m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$895
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/58:15 am -
2 stops23h 41m
Mon 10/191:28 pm -
2 stops19h 27m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$911
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/55:55 pm -
1 stop28h 50m
Thu 11/191:50 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$912
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/57:15 am -
Nonstop13h 30m
Mon 10/196:35 pm -
1 stop36h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$922
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/155:40 am -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 10/287:45 pm -
1 stop17h 00m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$895
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/14:25 am -
1 stop23h 35m
Fri 10/302:50 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 9/11![Delta logo]()
$917
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/203:00 pm -
1 stop16h 47m
Sat 11/77:35 pm -
Nonstop12h 10m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$942
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 12/243:35 pm -
1 stop35h 00m
Sun 1/36:35 pm -
Nonstop13h 10m
Deal found 9/8![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$962
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/158:05 pm -
2 stops35h 51m
Wed 10/286:25 pm -
1 stop33h 30m
Deal found 9/7![British Airways logo]()
$979
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/171:50 pm -
Nonstop13h 40m
Tue 1/196:35 pm -
Nonstop13h 10m
Deal found 9/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$976
Last-minute flights from Istanbul to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco. Data last updated September 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco. Data last updated September 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/205:20 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Sun 10/41:45 pm -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$765
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/208:15 am -
2 stops44h 47m
Tue 12/85:25 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/12![British Airways logo]()
$783
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:25 am -
2 stops21h 29m
Wed 3/311:05 am -
2 stops18h 50m
Deal found 9/9![KLM logo]()
$766
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/65:50 pm -
1 stop28h 50m
Tue 10/132:40 pm -
1 stop20h 35m
Deal found 9/8![Lufthansa logo]()
$764
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/101:55 pm -
1 stop34h 20m
Sat 10/1710:50 pm -
1 stop15h 00m
Deal found 9/10![LOT logo]()
$762
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/198:15 pm -
1 stop27h 35m
Mon 11/94:00 pm -
2 stops21h 05m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$769
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/203:45 am -
2 stops18h 55m
Wed 1/202:45 pm -
2 stops40h 25m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$781
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 10/217:25 pm -
1 stop28h 25m
Thu 12/248:35 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 9/10![British Airways logo]()
$780
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/213:45 am -
1 stop25h 15m
Thu 11/262:45 pm -
1 stop21h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Lufthansa logo]()
$784
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/234:25 am -
2 stops21h 29m
Sun 11/81:50 pm -
1 stop16h 05m
Deal found 9/9![Delta logo]()
$778
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 September 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 1/511:35 am -
3 stops36h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$695
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:40 am -
1 stop17h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Lufthansa logo]()
$704
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 10/131:15 pm -
Nonstop13h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$708
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/151:15 pm -
Nonstop13h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$709
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/261:50 pm -
Nonstop13h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/11![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$710
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Wed 10/71:15 pm -
Nonstop13h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/12![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$711
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/211:45 pm -
3 stops42h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/243:45 am -
1 stop25h 15m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Lufthansa logo]()
$714
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/1911:30 am -
2 stops19h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![LOT logo]()
$715
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 12/161:50 pm -
Nonstop13h 40m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/10![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$716
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/248:10 pm -
2 stops50h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$721
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 September 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $762 (oojo) |
One-way from | $695 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $896 |
Good round-trip deal | $891 or less |
Good one-way deal | $846 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 12, 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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Depart
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IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sun 11/29
5:55 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 50m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$721
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sat 10/10
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$721
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Thu 9/24
3:45 am-2:30 pm
1 stop20h 45m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$727
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sun 10/11
7:50 am-8:28 pm
2 stops22h 38m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$739
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Thu 9/24
5:40 am-12:40 pm
1 stop17h 00m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$739
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Fri 12/4
1:50 pm-4:30 pm
Nonstop13h 40m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$745
Quickest round-trip
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sat 10/10
1:15 pm-4:40 pm
Nonstop13h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$756
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Thu 9/24
6:25 pm-10:27 pm
2 stops38h 02m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$761
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Mon 9/21
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$815
IstanbulSan Francisco
IST Istanbul - SFO San Francisco
ISTSFO
Istanbul
Sun 9/20
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$815
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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| 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 70 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 $1,110). 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 12, 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 21% of weekly flights between Istanbul and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 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 Monday 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 21% 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 September 12, 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.
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
Entertainment
7.2
Crew
8.4
Overall
7.8
Food
7.3
Boarding
7.8
Comfort
7.7
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentKushal,Sep 2026
QRO - ATL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$448 | Average$563 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$577 | Average$800 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$627 | Average$952 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$652 | Average$788 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$667 | Average$921 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$703 | Average$927 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |