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$530+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Istanbul

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 3/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IST
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Salinas to Istanbul are usually found in February or March, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Istanbul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Istanbul flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$735
(Delta)

One-way from

$530
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,021
From Salinas to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sat 3/294:30 pmSFO - IST
2 stops38h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/96:10 amIST - SFO
2 stops25h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$730
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/204:25 pmSFO - IST
1 stop25h 45mDelta
Wed 4/24:20 amIST - SFO
2 stops29h 10mDelta
Deal found 2/19$734
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/182:30 pmSFO - IST
1 stop22h 15mLufthansa
Tue 3/256:50 amIST - SFO
1 stop16h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 2/19$752
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/1710:59 pmSFO - IST
2 stops38h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/211:40 pmIST - SFO
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$766
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:20 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops19h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/253:25 pmSAW - SFO
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$845
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 9/48:05 amSFO - IST
2 stops29h 50mIcelandair
Tue 9/97:05 amIST - SFO
2 stops36h 24mIcelandair
Deal found 2/19$910
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/304:10 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop40h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 5/128:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$975
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/304:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 5/128:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$978
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:01 amSFO - SAW
2 stops21h 19mBritish Airways
Thu 9/184:10 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop31h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,037

Find flights from Salinas to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 February 20, 2025.

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Salinas

Fly to

Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 3/29

4:30 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops38h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 4/9

6:10 am-9:50 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$730

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

4:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 4/2

4:20 am-11:30 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$734

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 3/18

2:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 3/25

6:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$752

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

10:59 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops38h 16m

Istanbul

Fri 3/21

1:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

$766

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

6:20 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/25

3:25 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops35h 05m

$845

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:10 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop40h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/12

8:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$975

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

4:10 pm-6:20 am

1 stop28h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 5/4

8:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$978

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 3/28

8:30 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 4/6

5:05 pm-5:26 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$981

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

9:40 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop35h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 4/2

4:15 pm-5:15 pm

1 stop35h 00m

$1,033

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 2/25

10:15 am-9:10 pm

3 stops23h 55m

$531

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Istanbul

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 31 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 Salinas to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul 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 S9N to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 February 20, 2025.

When flying from Salinas to Istanbul, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Salinas to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on September 8, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Salinas to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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 Salinas to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 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 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, 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 February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Istanbul, such as ANA, Emirates and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

China Southern
7.6
Good
87 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MNL - HND

Great experience! Roomy economy leg room with foot rest, great crew and accommodations. Highly recommend!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $532. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Salinas to Istanbul for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Salinas to Istanbul on time: Turkish Airlines (70%), RwandAir (70%), Pakistan International Airlines (70%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $473. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $675 on average our data indicates $1,585 when flying from Salinas to Istanbul.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Istanbul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul 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 Salinas to Istanbul

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$636Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$688Average$1,145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$692Average$1,079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$762Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
KLMCheapest$848Average$1,342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$849Average$1,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$856Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$904Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,091FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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