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1:50 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
16h 05m1 stop
5:55 pm - 11:50 amIST-SFO
28h 55m1 stop
$654Delta
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Sun, Dec 29 - Thu, Jan 16
1:50 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
16h 05m1 stop
5:10 am - 1:10 pmIST-SFO
19h 00m1 stop
$658Delta
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Sun, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 17
1:30 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
22h 15m1 stop
6:50 am - 12:35 pmIST-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$691Lufthansa
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Tue, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 29
2:40 pm - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
16h 25m1 stop
6:55 pm - 1:35 pmIST-SFO
28h 40m1 stop
$695Lufthansa
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Tue, Mar 4 - Mon, Mar 24
10:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-IST
32h 15m2 stops
6:50 am - 12:35 pmIST-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$696United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 20
10:45 pm - 6:00 pmSFO-IST
32h 15m2 stops
6:50 am - 9:50 pmIST-SFO
26h 00m2 stops
$706United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 1 - Fri, Feb 14
9:40 pm - 6:40 pmSFO-SAW
35h 00m1 stop
4:10 pm - 1:15 pmSAW-SFO
31h 05m1 stop
$962British Airways
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Wed, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 2
11:59 pm - 2:45 pmSFO-SAW
27h 46m2 stops
3:50 pm - 3:00 pmSAW-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
$966British Airways
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Tue, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 29
2:45 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-SAW
34h 25m1 stop
8:10 pm - 12:35 pmSAW-SFO
27h 25m1 stop
$975Qatar Airways
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
4:10 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-SAW
34h 00m1 stop
8:05 pm - 1:50 pmSAW-SFO
27h 45m1 stop
$993Qatar Airways
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Tue, Apr 1 - Sun, Apr 13
10:29 pm - 11:15 pmSFO-IST
37h 46m2 stops
Mon, Jan 20
10:29 pm - 12:15 amSFO-IST
38h 46m3 stops
Mon, Jan 20
10:54 am - 11:15 pmSFO-IST
25h 21m2 stops
Sun, Jan 19
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
$597Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 9
1:10 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-IST
13h 15mnonstop
$598Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 10
8:40 pm - 2:00 pmSFO-IST
30h 20m1 stop
$607British Airways
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Wed, Nov 27
6:30 pm - 12:40 amSFO-IST
20h 10m1 stop
$608British Airways
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Fri, Mar 28
2:40 pm - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
16h 25m1 stop
$609Lufthansa
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Tue, Dec 31
12:40 am - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
29h 15m2 stops
$670Delta
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Mon, Feb 17
3:00 pm - 4:30 pmSFO-IST
15h 30m1 stop
$679Delta
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Mon, May 12
7:55 pm - 1:00 pmSFO-IST
30h 05m1 stop
8:05 am - 7:45 amIST-SFO
34h 40m2 stops
$1,129
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Mon, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 28
5:30 pm - 9:15 amSFO-IST
28h 45m2 stops
8:40 pm - 8:10 pmIST-SFO
34h 30m1 stop
$1,137
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
12:40 am - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
29h 15m2 stops
5:55 pm - 11:50 amIST-SFO
28h 55m1 stop
$1,176Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Jan 15
12:40 am - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
29h 15m2 stops
5:55 pm - 3:43 pmIST-SFO
32h 48m2 stops
$1,186Delta
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Jan 15
1:55 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
21h 50m2 stops
6:50 am - 12:35 pmIST-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$1,371Lufthansa
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Fri, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 5
8:40 pm - 2:45 pmSFO-SAW
31h 05m1 stop
3:50 pm - 6:45 pmSAW-SFO
37h 55m1 stop
$1,418British Airways
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Fri, Nov 22 - Thu, Dec 5
2:45 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
45h 00m2 stops
6:55 pm - 11:30 amIST-SFO
27h 35m2 stops
$1,421Lufthansa
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Fri, Nov 22 - Mon, Dec 2
8:40 pm - 2:45 pmSFO-SAW
31h 05m1 stop
3:50 pm - 3:00 pmSAW-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
$1,423British Airways
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Fri, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 3
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,736Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 28
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,916Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$962Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 23
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$967Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 12
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
8:05 am - 11:05 amIST-SFO
14h 00mnonstop
$971Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 21
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$982Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Jan 14 - Thu, Jan 23
7:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 5:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$987Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 19 - Thu, Mar 27
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$990Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 27
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,000Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 13
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,005Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 17
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,006Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Jan 9 - Thu, Jan 23
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
8:05 am - 11:05 amIST-SFO
14h 00mnonstop
$1,008Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 17

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Nov 29
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
13h 15m
IST1:25 pmIstanbul
Dec 11
IST8:05 amIstanbul
14h 00m
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
Nov 30
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
13h 10m
IST7:00 pmIstanbul
Dec 14
IST8:05 amIstanbul
14h 00m
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco
Turkish Airlines
Nov 26
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
13h 10m
IST7:00 pmIstanbul
Jan 15
IST8:05 amIstanbul
14h 00m
SFO11:05 amSan Francisco

United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best United Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 1
SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
2 stops
IST6:00 pmIstanbul
Feb 20
IST6:50 amIstanbul
16h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco
United Airlines
Feb 1
SFO10:45 pmSan Francisco
32h 15m
2 stops
IST6:00 pmIstanbul
Feb 14
IST6:50 amIstanbul
26h 00m
2 stops
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco
United Airlines
Jan 21
SFO7:15 amSan Francisco
23h 50m
2 stops
IST6:05 pmIstanbul
Feb 3
IST6:50 amIstanbul
44h 35m
2 stops
SFO4:25 pmSan Francisco

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

November. The cheapest time of year to fly to Istanbul from San Francisco is November. 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 Thursday

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

In the morning. San Francisco to Istanbul flights are approximately 12% more expensive in the afternoon than in the morning

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?

30 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is approximately 30 days to departure

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

You could potentially save up to 64% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Istanbul flight.

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Best Price Found

$212

Fastest flight time

13h 10m

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 $212. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $654.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul takes 13h 10m
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 15h 30m, 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

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AnadoluJetPriceFrom $134Free CancellationRating
6.0
2 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,171 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $636Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,756 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $695Free CancellationRating
7.0
8,237 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $696Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,148 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $848Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,350 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $849Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,523 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $862Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,837 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $885Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,831 reviews
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