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$534+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul

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SFO — IST
mar. 30 — abr. 61
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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 (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 marzo 25, 2025.

Round-trip from

$788
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$534
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$998
From San Francisco to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($287 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
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 marzo 25, 2025.

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mar. 4/811:49 pmSFO - IST
1 stop29h 51mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/119:30 amIST - SFO
2 stops44h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$822
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
lun. 4/284:30 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop19h 25mMultiple Airlines
mié. 5/75:55 pmSAW - SFO
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$839
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/77:40 amSFO - IST
2 stops30h 15mIcelandair
jue. 9/187:05 amIST - SFO
2 stops28h 49mIcelandair
Deal found 3/24$892
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/46:45 pmSFO - IST
Nonstop13h 00mTurkish Airlines
mar. 9/91:20 pmIST - SFO
Nonstop13h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 3/23$911
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
dom. 10/123:05 pmSFO - IST
1 stop26h 20mDelta
mar. 10/214:20 amIST - SFO
1 stop18h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/24$917
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jue. 4/243:55 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop34h 15mQatar Airways
dom. 5/48:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/24$976
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
mié. 4/23:55 pmSFO - IST
1 stop28h 25mQatar Airways
mié. 5/78:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop27h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/23$979
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/122:40 pmSFO - IST
1 stop20h 40mLufthansa
lun. 10/205:55 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 3/24$1,009
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mié. 5/2111:25 amSFO - IST
2 stops25h 15mAir Canada
jue. 6/127:15 amIST - SFO
2 stops24h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 3/24$1,039
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mar. 9/28:01 amSFO - SAW
2 stops21h 19mBritish Airways
mié. 9/174:15 pmSAW - SFO
2 stops33h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/24$1,043

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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 marzo 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Istanbul that are best for you.

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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

mar. 4/8

11:49 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 51m

Istanbul

mié. 6/11

9:30 am-7:43 pm

2 stops44h 13m

$822

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

lun. 4/28

4:30 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop19h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 5/7

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops39h 10m

$839

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

lun. 4/21

6:45 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

jue. 5/1

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$912

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

mar. 5/20

8:25 pm-3:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

mié. 6/11

4:20 am-6:15 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$927

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

jue. 4/24

3:55 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

dom. 5/4

8:05 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$976

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

mié. 4/2

3:55 pm-6:20 am

1 stop28h 25m

Istanbul

mié. 5/7

8:05 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$979

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

mié. 5/21

11:25 am-10:40 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Istanbul

jue. 6/12

7:15 am-10:02 pm

2 stops24h 47m

$1,039

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

mar. 9/2

8:01 am-3:20 pm

2 stops21h 19m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 9/17

4:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,043

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

mié. 5/21

7:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop18h 55m

Istanbul

mar. 6/10

7:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop31h 30m

$1,070

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

dom. 8/10

5:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 8/20

10:25 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop25h 35m

$1,231

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

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

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 March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 marzo 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 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 marzo 25, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to TR5 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 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 marzo 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, Delta and KLM from San Francisco to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 6 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 11 airlines have flights to Istanbul from San Francisco on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Istanbul round-trip from $892. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Turkish Airlines, from $911, and Delta, from $927. Icelandair is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Istanbul are Turkish Airlines ($568), Etihad Airways ($621), and British Airways ($642).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Istanbul on time: Turkish Airlines (71%), RwandAir (71%), Pakistan International Airlines (71%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul? While on average our users pay $2,363, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $414. The most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul), is priced around $788.

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

  • 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 Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $44 per day.

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

    Most London visitors opt to spend their time at Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus, and Buckingham Palace. Hyde Park, Piccadilly Circus and Buckingham Palace are located about 12.5 mi, 14.1 mi, and 13.7 mi, respectively from London Heathrow if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in London can rent a car from London Heathrow for about $38 per day.

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

  • 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 marzo 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$599Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$689Average$1,168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LufthansaCheapest$691Average$1,121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$762Average$1,220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$852Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$869Average$1,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$903Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$904Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$956Average$1,287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$961Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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