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$474+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Istanbul

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Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Salinas to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) to Istanbul (TR5). 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 November 21, 2024.

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$737
(Delta)

One-way from

$474
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Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
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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 November 21, 2024.

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Mon 12/26:50 pmSFO - IST
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Nonstop13h 55mTurkish Airlines
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Tue 12/315:30 pmSFO - SAW
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Mon 12/22:45 pmSFO - IST
1 stop34h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 12/178:10 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 25mQatar Airways
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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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Thu 1/16

10:54 am-8:35 pm

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1:35 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$735

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12:55 pm-4:10 am

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5:10 am-3:43 pm

2 stops21h 33m

$737

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8:33 am-6:05 pm

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6:50 am-5:30 pm

2 stops21h 40m

$742

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12:50 pm-10:45 pm

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6:55 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$749

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10:35 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops32h 25m

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6:30 am-12:09 am

2 stops28h 39m

$761

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1 stop18h 10m

$765

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6:50 pm-7:00 pm

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$962

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$966

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$973

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5:30 pm-12:05 am

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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 November 15, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Salinas to Istanbul, you should look to book at least 30 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 $897). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 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 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from S9N to TR5 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Salinas to Istanbul, such as Delta, Air Canada and Lufthansa. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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3,489 reviews

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8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

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8.1

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8.1

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8.2

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Very good
3,489 reviews
8.1
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3,489 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.0
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8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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122 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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Good
3,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.4
Good
3,920 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,489 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

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8.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

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8.2

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1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $575. However, be on the lookout for offers from Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, 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 (79%), RwandAir (79%), Pakistan International Airlines (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Istanbul?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $512. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul) can be booked for $663 on average our data indicates $1,873 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 $897). Flying from Salinas to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,422). 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AnadoluJetCheapest$134Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$632Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$636Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$695Average$1,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$696Average$1,080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$848Average$931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air FranceCheapest$849Average$1,229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$862Average$1,124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$885Average$1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$906Average$1,057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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