$597+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
May 29 — Jun 51
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to IstanbulExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/234:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$890
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/138:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Fri 9/256:00 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop15h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$893
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/114:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 9/254:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops41h 41m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$894
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/186:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/211:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops47h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$896
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/241:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 25m
Delta
Wed 9/94:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$897
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 7/261:38 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 52m
Delta
Wed 8/194:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$898
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/23:05 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 25m
Delta
Sun 11/15:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$900
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Mon 8/108:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
Delta
Tue 8/184:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops23h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$903
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 12/3110:31 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops20h 24m
Delta
Tue 1/125:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/27![Delta logo]()
$904
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 10/221:00 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 30m
Delta
Thu 11/55:55 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$905
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 9/58:05 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops45h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat 9/124:30 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops29h 16m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$906
Best flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 10/111:00 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 30m
Delta
Thu 10/226:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops24h 02m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$907
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/193:05 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Wed 6/34:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop25h 55m
KLM
Deal found 4/24![KLM logo]()
$1,050
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/712:42 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 48m
Delta
Wed 9/236:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops22h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$949
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 9/52:20 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 10m
Delta
Sat 9/195:20 pm
IST
- SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/24![Delta logo]()
$958
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/168:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Sat 5/234:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$1,055
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/268:10 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Tue 6/96:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops19h 53m
KLM
Deal found 4/24![KLM logo]()
$1,065
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/212:30 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops27h 00m
Delta
Thu 8/64:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop23h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,039
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/2311:45 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops29h 45m
Delta
Sat 8/226:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops36h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,063
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 6/111:00 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop18h 30m
KLM
Tue 6/94:25 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop18h 25m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$1,177
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/712:42 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops28h 48m
Delta
Mon 7/206:00 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops25h 49m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$1,119
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated April 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul. Data last updated April 29, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Mon 5/46:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/198:15 pm
IST
- SFO
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$932
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Wed 5/66:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/131:50 pm
IST
- SFO
3 stops36h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$943
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/76:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/209:25 am
IST
- SFO
3 stops41h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$952
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 5/214:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$910
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop24h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/94:30 am
IST
- SFO
1 stop20h 10m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/26![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$926
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sun 5/106:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/198:15 pm
IST
- SFO
3 stops35h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$949
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/186:45 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/211:55 pm
IST
- SFO
2 stops47h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$896
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/1912:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/39:25 am
IST
- SFO
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$966
One-way flights from San Francisco to IstanbulSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Wed 6/36:00 am
SFO
- IST
3 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$597
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/191:45 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop16h 35m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$603
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/269:00 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops21h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$608
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/812:55 pm
SFO
- IST
Nonstop12h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Turkish Airlines logo]()
$611
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/87:40 am
SFO
- IST
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$612
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/139:43 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops39h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/143:50 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$622
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/247:40 am
SFO
- IST
3 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$625
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 7/103:15 pm
SFO
- IST
3 stops39h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$628
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 8/2610:15 pm
SFO
- IST
1 stop15h 35m
LOT
Deal found 4/27![LOT logo]()
$631
This IEagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 IEagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/41:27 pm
SFO
- IST
2 stops31h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$632
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST). 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 April 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $890 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $597 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $952 |
Good round-trip deal | $796 or less |
Good one-way deal | $548 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sun 10/11
1:00 pm-3:30 am
2 stops28h 30m
Istanbul
Thu 10/22
6:00 am-8:02 pm
2 stops24h 02m
$907
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 7/7
12:42 pm-3:30 am
2 stops28h 48m
Istanbul
Wed 9/23
6:00 am-6:39 pm
2 stops22h 39m
$949
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 9/5
2:20 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 10m
Istanbul
Sat 9/19
5:20 pm-11:45 am
1 stop28h 25m
$958
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 7/21
2:30 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 00m
Istanbul
Thu 8/6
4:25 am-6:00 pm
1 stop23h 35m
$1,039
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 5/19
3:05 pm-3:30 am
1 stop26h 25m
Istanbul
Wed 6/3
4:25 am-8:20 pm
1 stop25h 55m
$1,050
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Sat 5/16
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Sat 5/23
4:25 am-12:50 pm
1 stop18h 25m
$1,055
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 6/23
11:45 am-3:30 am
2 stops29h 45m
Istanbul
Sat 8/22
6:00 am-8:26 am
2 stops36h 26m
$1,063
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 5/26
8:10 pm-3:30 am
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul
Tue 6/9
6:00 am-3:53 pm
2 stops19h 53m
$1,065
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Tue 7/7
12:42 pm-3:30 am
2 stops28h 48m
Istanbul
Mon 7/20
6:00 am-9:49 pm
2 stops25h 49m
$1,119
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoIstanbul
SFO - IST
SFOIST
San Francisco
Mon 6/1
11:00 pm-3:30 am
1 stop18h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 6/9
4:25 am-12:50 pm
1 stop18h 25m
$1,177
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
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 San Francisco to Istanbul in April.
| 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 Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 70 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 San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $808). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,486). 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 SFO to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2026.
It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Francisco to Istanbul delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Istanbul have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 184 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Istanbul 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 Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Istanbul flights?
Over the last year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Paris (CDG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 39% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $625.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 00m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 4h 35m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. 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 Istanbul. Reviews last updated April 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,KLM, andTurkish Airlines from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Istanbul. 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 April 29, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$567 | Average$805 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time80% | |
| Cheapest$604 | Average$650 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$660 | Average$1,137 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$702 | Average$1,117 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$718 | Average$848 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$723 | Average$1,367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$740 | Average$1,100 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$787 | Average$1,034 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
| Cheapest$821 | Average$1,298 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$857 | Average$1,051 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |