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$585+ Cheap flights from Istanbul 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 12/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San Francisco
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/235:55 pmIST - SFO
2 stops33h 05mDelta
Mon 3/162:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mDelta
Deal found 12/16$659
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Tue 3/174:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/17$660
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/255:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Thu 3/264:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/16$662
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/184:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Wed 12/313:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/16$664
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:55 pmIST - SFO
2 stops34h 47mDelta
Thu 3/124:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/17$665
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Sun 3/158:55 amSFO - IST
2 stops32h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/17$666
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Thu 1/13:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/17$667
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/214:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop19h 35mDelta
Tue 3/172:25 pmSFO - IST
2 stops27h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/17$670
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/255:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Thu 1/15:45 amSFO - IST
2 stops35h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/16$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/266:30 amIST - SFO
1 stop17h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/1411:14 amSFO - IST
2 stops20h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$675
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/244:00 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop30h 50mKLM
Mon 3/162:55 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop16h 30mKLM
Deal found 12/17$783
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/249:00 amSAW - SFO
1 stop37h 50mKLM
Tue 3/171:25 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops18h 00mKLM
Deal found 12/16$788

Find flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (TR5) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$659
(Delta)

One-way from

$585
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

March

Average price

$702
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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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 1/16

5:55 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops36h 38m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

11:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 15m

$659

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-8:56 pm

2 stops38h 01m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

10:54 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$659

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

5:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

3:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

$660

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops40h 09m

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$660

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

5:55 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops40h 09m

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$661

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 2/13

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

2:40 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop20h 45m

$664

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

5:55 pm-7:33 pm

2 stops36h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

4:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

$664

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/26

5:55 pm-7:36 pm

2 stops36h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

3:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

$664

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 1/17

4:50 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 1/29

5:45 am-4:55 pm

2 stops24h 10m

$665

IstanbulSan Francisco

SAW - SFO

SAWSFO

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 1/28

12:55 pm-11:50 am

1 stop33h 55m

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

1:55 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop20h 25m

$773

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul 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 December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco (average of $476). Flying from Istanbul to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Istanbul to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 37% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Istanbul 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 December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to San Francisco. 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 December 18, 2025.

The most flights from TR5 to SFO are scheduled on a Tuesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Istanbul to San Francisco delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between Istanbul and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 89 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?

Tuesday 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 22% 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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, and Turkish Airlines from Istanbul 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
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,105 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,634 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,585 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

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?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from Istanbul, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 4 flights from Istanbul to San Francisco per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul to San Francisco in 33h 55m. Fly via Delta or KLM to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6719 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at $461, KLM will fly you from Istanbul to San Francisco and back. In addition to KLM, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $490 and $506, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 41% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul to San Francisco one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $376. American Airlines flights start at $391 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $576 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco consider choosing Turkish Airlines (73%), Pakistan International Airlines (73%) or IndiGo (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Istanbul to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $948, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $667. The most popular route (Istanbul - San Francisco), is priced around $578.

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

    The most popular layover on flights from Istanbul 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, Festhalle, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are the most popular attractions in Frankfurt am Main if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Römerberg, Festhalle, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 6.5 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers in need of a car in Frankfurt am Main can rent one for about $40 per day.

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

    Istanbul to San Francisco flights have a layover in London the least frequently.

  • 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 to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco (average of $476). Flying from Istanbul to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of $626). 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$461Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$490Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$506Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$590Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$598Average$769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$626Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$647Average$700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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