Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) from $277

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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — IST
May 9 — May 161

The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in January or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 May 4, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$925

One-way from

$277
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop
From San Francisco to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

Departing on a Monday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 6% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 54 days in advance to save up to 11% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 54 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,226, or $1,281 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco. Users have commonly found prices around $1,261 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $861. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (SFO - IST)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Lufthansa flights we've come across from San Francisco to Istanbul. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 9/252:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Tue 10/222:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop32h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$907
Tue 10/228:15 amSFO - IST
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Wed 11/207:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$917
Tue 9/172:45 pmSFO - IST
2 stops20h 35mLufthansa
Thu 11/286:35 amIST - SFO
1 stop17h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$937
Mon 9/167:25 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Thu 10/32:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,082
Fri 9/204:05 pmSFO - IST
2 stops19h 15mLufthansa
Mon 9/302:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop32h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,084
Thu 9/197:25 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Tue 10/12:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop15h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,087
Wed 5/82:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Wed 5/156:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 5/2$1,108
Sun 5/121:45 pmSFO - IST
1 stop21h 35mLufthansa
Wed 5/226:10 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/2$1,150
Wed 5/82:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Wed 5/156:10 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 5/2$1,171

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between San Francisco and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Qatar Airways flights traveling from San Francisco to Istanbul. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 9/144:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop40h 25mQatar Airways
Sat 10/58:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,042
Wed 5/84:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 6/48:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,161
Thu 5/94:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop33h 35mQatar Airways
Wed 6/58:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,201
Thu 5/94:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop33h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 6/48:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/1$1,204
Wed 5/84:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 5/198:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,230
Thu 5/94:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop33h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 5/198:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop39h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,239
Wed 5/84:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 5/171:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/2$1,289

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sat 5/112:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/296:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$935
Mon 6/32:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/126:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$973
Sat 5/42:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/114:50 amIST - SFO
3 stops26h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$994
Sat 5/112:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/176:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,002
Mon 5/202:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops42h 39mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/205:10 pmIST - SFO
1 stop37h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,009
Mon 6/32:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1712:15 pmIST - SFO
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,011
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/251:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,049
Sat 6/12:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/126:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,053
Tue 6/42:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops43h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/113:35 pmIST - SFO
1 stop39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,056

San Francisco to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Istanbul in 2024 at this time. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Tue 10/83:50 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/223:35 pmIST - SFO
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$802
Sun 7/286:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/174:50 amIST - SFO
2 stops26h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$868
Tue 10/83:50 pmSFO - IST
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/229:50 pmIST - SFO
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$871
Wed 10/3010:50 amSFO - IST
2 stops20h 15mDelta
Wed 11/137:25 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/3$876
Tue 10/83:50 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/225:35 pmIST - SFO
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$878
Wed 10/306:00 amSFO - IST
2 stops25h 05mDelta
Wed 11/137:25 amIST - SFO
2 stops21h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/3$885
Wed 9/252:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 20mLufthansa
Tue 10/222:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop32h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$907
Tue 10/228:15 amSFO - IST
2 stops18h 50mLufthansa
Wed 11/207:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$917
Tue 10/13:00 pmSFO - IST
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Tue 11/57:25 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/3$921

Non-stop flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco to Istanbul. Select from other flights from San Francisco to Istanbul by using the search form above.
Tue 10/156:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/298:05 amIST - SFO
Nonstop14h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,050
Tue 10/86:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/227:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,062
Wed 9/256:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/227:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,065
Tue 9/176:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 11/281:50 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,070
Tue 10/16:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Thu 10/311:50 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,083
Mon 10/76:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/298:10 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,084
Wed 9/256:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/157:50 amIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 30mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,094
Wed 9/256:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/221:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,105
Sat 10/56:35 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 10/141:15 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 25mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,108

San Francisco to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sat 5/112:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/296:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$935
Sat 5/112:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/176:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,002
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/251:45 pmIST - SFO
1 stop34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,049
Wed 5/87:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/74:50 amIST - SFO
3 stops45h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,057
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/296:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,065
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/56:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,069
Thu 5/910:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/151:10 pmIST - SFO
1 stop17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,072
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/246:45 amIST - SFO
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,075
Mon 5/137:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/3010:50 amIST - SFO
3 stops46h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2$1,088

One-way flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco to Istanbul. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco to Istanbul can use the search form above.
Thu 10/102:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$277
Tue 10/83:50 pmSFO - IST
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$349
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$440
Mon 5/132:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$454
Tue 6/112:42 pmSFO - IST
2 stops51h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$457
Mon 6/102:42 pmSFO - IST
3 stops27h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$464
Mon 6/32:41 pmSFO - IST
3 stops56h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$470
Sat 5/112:40 pmSFO - IST
2 stops45h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$473
Mon 6/32:41 pmSFO - IST
2 stops23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$477

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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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$868 - $1,108

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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 7/28

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 9/17

2 stops26h 48m

$868

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 10/30

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 11/13

1 stop16h 40m

$876

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 9/25

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 10/22

1 stop32h 40m

$907

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 10/30

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/13

1 stop17h 10m

$933

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 10/22

2 stops22h 57m

Istanbul

Wed 11/20

2 stops25h 45m

$961

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 9/22

1 stop16h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 10/8

2 stops22h 30m

$996

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 9/30

2 stops20h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 11/4

2 stops23h 46m

$1,040

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 9/14

1 stop40h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 10/5

1 stop27h 45m

$1,042

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 10/5

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 10/14

Nonstop13h 25m

$1,108

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When is the best time to 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 January 28, 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 53 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.
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When is the cheapest time 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 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is currently $429 while a round-trip flight costs $970. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport (average of $925). Flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,442). 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.

January

$968

February

$940

March

$984

April

$1,026

May

$1,112

June

$1,442

July

$1,303

August

$1,189

September

$1,067

October

$1,000

November

$925

December

$969

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

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

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °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 May 4, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, such as Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.9
Good
1,604 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
4,444 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.6
Good
1,790 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.5
Good
3,709 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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  • 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 2 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 14 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.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $868, but on average you can expect to pay $927.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport under $1,100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport is less than $1,102.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport for under $1,000?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($876), Lufthansa ($907), and British Airways ($933) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

  • 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 Pakistan International Airlines (57%), IndiGo (57%) and Turkish Airlines (56%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $487. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $802 on average our data indicates $1,833 when flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport.

  • What does SFO to IST mean?

    Great question - SFO to IST just means San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

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

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

    Most Amsterdam visitors opt to spend their time experiencing De Dam, Beurs van Berlage, and Anne Frank Huis. De Dam, Beurs van Berlage, and Anne Frank Huis can be accessed by traveling approximately 7.0 mi, 7.2 mi, and 6.8 mi, respectively from Amsterdam Schiphol. Those looking to explore during their layover in Amsterdam can rent a car from Amsterdam Schiphol for about $42 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Frankfurt am Main travelers tend to visit Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt more than any other notable places. Römerberg, Konstablerwache, and Oper Frankfurt can be visited by traveling about 7.4 mi, 7.7 mi, and 7.0 mi respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $44.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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    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.

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    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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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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 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
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AnadoluJetCheapest$133Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$1,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest$777Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest$785Average$1,199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest$844Average$1,123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapest$881Average$1,279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$899Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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EmiratesCheapest$911Average$1,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$964Average$1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$986Average$1,310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Istanbul

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 May 4, 2024.
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