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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul from $418

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Easily compare round-trip flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from San Francisco to Istanbul by changing tabs
KLM
Oct 23
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
17h 20m
1 stop
SAW5:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Nov 6
SAW7:30 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
27h 20m
1 stop
SFO11:50 amSan Francisco
Multiple Airlines
Oct 27
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
22h 10m
2 stops
SAW10:00 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Nov 8
SAW1:00 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
18h 10m
1 stop
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
British Airways
Nov 3
SFO8:45 pmSan Francisco
31h 20m
1 stop
SAW3:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Nov 21
SAW3:55 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
33h 20m
1 stop
SFO2:15 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Aug 26
SFO4:10 pmSan Francisco
27h 45m
1 stop
SAW5:55 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sep 2
SAW8:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
27h 45m
1 stop
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Jul 19
SFO9:15 amSan Francisco
21h 15m
2 stops
IST4:30 pmIstanbul
Aug 22
IST6:45 amIstanbul
19h 54m
2 stops
SFO4:39 pmSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
Aug 22
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST12:15 pmIstanbul
Sep 10
IST1:15 pmIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

Find the cheapest one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

If you're looking for one-way flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, view some of our deals below provided by Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines
Multiple Airlines
Nov 5
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
20h 40m
2 stops
SAW9:30 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Qatar Airways
Aug 13
SFO4:10 pmSan Francisco
27h 45m
1 stop
SAW5:55 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Turkish Airlines
Aug 7
SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST5:35 pmIstanbul

Search last-minute flights to Istanbul from San Francisco

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from San Francisco to Istanbul
Multiple Airlines
Jun 4
SFO11:35 amSan Francisco
26h 05m
3 stops
IST11:40 pmIstanbul
Jun 11
IST4:30 amIstanbul
25h 32m
3 stops
SFO8:02 pmSan Francisco
KLM
Jun 4
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
16h 10m
1 stop
IST4:05 pmIstanbul
Jun 14
IST6:45 amIstanbul
21h 15m
1 stop
SFO6:00 pmSan Francisco
British Airways
Jun 9
SFO7:50 amSan Francisco
19h 50m
2 stops
SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Jun 20
SAW4:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
31h 10m
1 stop
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
Scandinavian Airlines
Jun 4
SFO5:40 pmSan Francisco
44h 00m
2 stops
IST11:40 pmIstanbul
Jun 24
IST3:00 pmIstanbul
34h 50m
2 stops
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Jun 4
SFO1:55 pmSan Francisco
16h 10m
1 stop
IST4:05 pmIstanbul
Aug 31
IST5:00 pmIstanbul
28h 45m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco
Emirates
Jun 4
SFO5:05 pmSan Francisco
34h 00m
1 stop
SAW1:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Jun 17
SAW2:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
33h 55m
1 stop
SFO2:00 pmSan Francisco

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Aug 22
SFO1:15 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST12:15 pmIstanbul
Sep 10
IST1:15 pmIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
Aug 21
SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST5:35 pmIstanbul
Sep 12
IST7:50 amIstanbul
13h 30m
SFO11:20 amSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
Aug 5
SFO6:35 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST5:35 pmIstanbul
Aug 22
IST7:50 amIstanbul
13h 30m
SFO11:20 amSan Francisco

Delta flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Delta
Jul 19
SFO9:15 amSan Francisco
21h 15m
2 stops
IST4:30 pmIstanbul
Aug 22
IST6:45 amIstanbul
19h 54m
2 stops
SFO4:39 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Jul 14
SFO12:46 amSan Francisco
29h 44m
2 stops
IST4:30 pmIstanbul
Sep 18
IST5:00 pmIstanbul
34h 55m
2 stops
SFO5:55 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Jul 10
SFO3:00 pmSan Francisco
15h 30m
1 stop
IST4:30 pmIstanbul
Aug 19
IST5:00 pmIstanbul
28h 45m
1 stop
SFO11:45 amSan Francisco

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Istanbul

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Istanbul from San Francisco is February. Most expensive is June

What is the cheapest day to depart San Francisco for Istanbul?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Tuesday. The most expensive is typically Friday

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

In the morning. San Francisco to Istanbul flights are approximately 13% more expensive in the afternoon than in the morning

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul from San Francisco?

AnadoluJet. American Airlines, AnadoluJet, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Istanbul

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Istanbul flight route?

San Francisco - Istanbul. Fly from San Francisco to Istanbul for the best San Francisco - Istanbul flight prices

How far in advance should you book San Francisco to Istanbul flights?

53 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is approximately 53 days to departure

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Istanbul on average per day?

As of May 2024, 2 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Istanbul each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 100% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Istanbul on average per week?

20 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to Istanbul as of May 2024. The most popular departure day for this route is Tuesday, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Istanbul flights?

You could potentially save up to 19% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Istanbul flight.

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

Best Price Found

$418

Fastest flight time

13h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Istanbul from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $418. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $861.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul takes 13h 00m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports near Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), Istanbul (IST)

  • How far is San Francisco to Istanbul by plane?

    San Francisco and Istanbul are 6694.3 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 13h 00m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Istanbul with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AnadoluJetPriceFrom $133Free CancellationRating
6.0
2 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $546Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,777 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $681Free CancellationRating
7.0
7,004 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $727Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,457 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $786Free CancellationRating
6.9
7,582 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $845Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,520 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $875Free CancellationRating
6.8
6,765 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $897Free CancellationRating
7.3
14,284 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,915 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $953Free CancellationRating
7.7
4,339 reviews
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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Finding the right flight to Istanbul from San Francisco is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Istanbul quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Istanbul from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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