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$502+ 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 1/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Dec 29 — Jan 51
Sun 12/29
Sun 1/5
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The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in February or November, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$753
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$502
(Kiwi.com)

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February

Average price

$1,417
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Wed 12/257:25 pmSFO - IST
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/258:15 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,102
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/3112:10 amSFO - IST
2 stops29h 45mDelta
Fri 1/105:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops21h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/23$1,214
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops23h 55mAir Canada
Thu 1/98:30 pmIST - SFO
2 stops34h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 12/23$1,245
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops30h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/316:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops28h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,269
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
Tue 12/318:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop17h 30mBritish Airways
Sat 1/117:35 amIST - SFO
2 stops24h 01mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/23$1,285
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:50 pmSFO - IST
1 stop36h 15mLufthansa
Mon 1/136:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/23$1,525
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:10 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 15mTurkish Airlines
Sat 1/111:50 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/23$1,772
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/233:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop39h 50mEmirates
Thu 12/264:25 pmIST - SFO
1 stop31h 25mEmirates
Deal found 12/23$2,270
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2310:30 amSFO - IST
2 stops26h 25mFinnair
Thu 12/263:15 pmIST - SFO
2 stops38h 57mFinnair
Deal found 12/23$2,286
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:00 amSFO - IST
2 stops27h 15mRoyal Jordanian
Fri 12/272:05 amIST - SFO
2 stops32h 54mRoyal Jordanian
Deal found 12/23$2,300

Find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul within your budget

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 December 24, 2024.

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SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

7:40 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 25m

Istanbul

Mon 1/27

6:50 am-4:25 pm

2 stops44h 35m

$753

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

10:29 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops37h 46m

Istanbul

Tue 1/21

8:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop34h 30m

$759

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

7:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 2/2

6:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$766

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

8:33 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 32m

Istanbul

Sat 2/15

6:50 am-9:47 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$767

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

3:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 2/2

5:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$771

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

4:35 pm-9:15 am

3 stops29h 40m

$508

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

2:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$514

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 1/8

1:10 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop13h 15m

$594

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

5:30 pm-12:30 am

1 stop20h 00m

$627

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

12:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops29h 15m

$669

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >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.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 San Francisco-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 20, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 80 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 December 24, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul. 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 24, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to IST are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 December 24, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, such as United Airlines, Delta and Air Canada. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

LOT
7.6
Good
1,125 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

China Southern
7.5
Good
89 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Istanbul. 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 from for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 13 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to Istanbul. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($753), Lufthansa ($766), and Air Canada ($767) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 38% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Lufthansa, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $514. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport are Turkish Airlines (81%), RwandAir (81%) and Pakistan International Airlines (81%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $495. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $656 on average our data indicates $1,905 when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

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

    San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights have a layover in Frankfurt am Main most of the time. London is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

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

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $41 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in London?

    London travelers tend to visit Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square more than any other notable places. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Trafalgar Square can be visited by traveling about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 14.3 mi respectively from London Heathrow. Those on a layover in London in need of a rental car can book one at London Heathrow for about $35.

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

    San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights have a layover in Paris the least frequently. Amsterdam is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul

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 December 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$636Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$683Average$1,171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$693Average$1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$695Average$1,162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$848Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$849Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$864Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$904Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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