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$531+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 2/25. 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 San Francisco 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 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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$730
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$531
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,021
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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
Mon 3/315:05 pmIST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mDelta
Deal found 2/18$726
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/301:10 pmSFO - IST
1 stop17h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/72:00 pmIST - SFO
1 stop32h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$732
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 2/17. 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 3/32:40 pmSFO - SAW
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/101:20 pmSAW - SFO
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$826
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 5/74:10 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop34h 00mQatar Airways
Mon 5/128:05 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop27h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/17$973
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 10/137:20 pmSFO - SAW
1 stop34h 00mBritish Airways
Mon 10/203:00 pmSAW - SFO
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/17$1,007

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 February 20, 2025.

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San Francisco

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 3/20

4:25 pm-4:10 am

1 stop25h 45m

Istanbul

Mon 3/31

5:05 pm-11:45 am

1 stop28h 40m

$726

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 3/30

7:05 am-5:00 pm

2 stops23h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/8

2:00 pm-1:22 am

2 stops21h 22m

$729

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 3/3

2:40 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops18h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/10

1:20 pm-1:35 pm

2 stops34h 15m

$826

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

4:10 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop34h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/12

8:05 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$973

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

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Thu 5/15

4:20 pm-5:25 am

3 stops27h 05m

$535

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 2/24

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

$557

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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?

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 February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is 31 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Istanbul in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% 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 February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco 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 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 February 20, 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 February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with ANA, Emirates and Delta 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.
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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
3,288 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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
8,227 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
842 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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

Crew

8.7

Food

7.7

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.2

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 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 5 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 13 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 $730. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $734, and Lufthansa, from $752. United Airlines is priced at 40% 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 Qatar Airways ($532), Turkish Airlines ($557), and Etihad Airways ($612).

  • 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 (70%), RwandAir (70%), Pakistan International Airlines (70%).

  • 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 $1,585, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $473. The most popular route (San Francisco - Istanbul), is priced around $675.

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

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Istanbul flights that have layovers will stop in Frankfurt am Main. London sees the next most layovers on San Francisco to Istanbul flights.

  • 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 are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 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 $36 per day.

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

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Istanbul layover in Amsterdam least frequently. Paris is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

  • 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 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$1,091FlexibilityNo 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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