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3:25 pm - 4:10 amSFO-IST
25h 45m1 stop
5:55 pm - 11:50 amIST-SFO
28h 55m1 stop
$667Delta
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Tue, Jan 14 - Wed, Feb 5
1:50 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
16h 05m1 stop
5:10 am - 1:10 pmIST-SFO
19h 00m1 stop
$668Delta
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Tue, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 12
1:30 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
22h 15m1 stop
6:50 am - 12:35 pmIST-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
$713Lufthansa
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Tue, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 12
3:40 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
21h 05m1 stop
5:55 pm - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
28h 45m1 stop
$715Lufthansa
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Sun, Mar 16 - Mon, Mar 31
8:33 am - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
22h 32m2 stops
6:50 am - 9:42 pmIST-SFO
25h 52m2 stops
$842Air Canada
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Thu, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 13
8:25 am - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
22h 40m2 stops
6:50 am - 5:30 pmIST-SFO
21h 40m2 stops
$857Air Canada
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Tue, Jan 14 - Wed, Feb 5
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 5 - Wed, Feb 12
11:00 pm - 2:50 pmSFO-SAW
28h 50m2 stops
3:50 pm - 4:00 pmSAW-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
$986British Airways
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Sat, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 20
8:00 am - 2:45 pmSFO-SAW
19h 45m2 stops
3:50 pm - 9:45 amSAW-SFO
28h 55m2 stops
$994British Airways
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 12
3:45 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-SAW
34h 25m1 stop
1:40 pm - 1:50 pmSAW-SFO
34h 10m1 stop
$996Qatar Airways
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Wed, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 2
1:55 pm - 1:35 pmSFO-IST
36h 40m2 stops
Thu, Feb 27
2:39 pm - 8:10 pmSFO-IST
42h 31m3 stops
Sat, Jan 18
1:10 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-IST
13h 15mnonstop
$593Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 31
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
$594Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jan 19
6:30 pm - 12:40 amSFO-IST
20h 10m1 stop
$607British Airways
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Fri, Mar 21
5:30 pm - 1:10 amSFO-IST
20h 40m1 stop
$613British Airways
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Tue, Dec 31
2:40 pm - 9:20 pmSFO-IST
20h 40m1 stop
$623Lufthansa
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Wed, Apr 2
2:40 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
21h 05m1 stop
$646Lufthansa
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Sun, Jan 19
12:40 am - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
30h 15m2 stops
$669Delta
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Mon, Mar 17
8:10 pm - 3:25 amSFO-IST
21h 15m1 stop
$679Delta
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Wed, Apr 30
6:00 am - 5:20 pmSFO-IST
24h 20m1 stop
8:50 pm - 6:00 pmIST-SFO
32h 10m2 stops
$1,484
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Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 13
8:40 pm - 12:05 amSFO-IST
16h 25m1 stop
6:25 pm - 6:45 pmIST-SFO
35h 20m1 stop
$1,671British Airways
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Mon, Dec 23 - Mon, Jan 13
10:55 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
31h 00m2 stops
5:55 pm - 11:50 amIST-SFO
28h 55m1 stop
$1,696Delta
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 29
10:55 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
31h 00m2 stops
5:10 am - 1:10 pmIST-SFO
19h 00m1 stop
$1,700Delta
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Mon, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 10
8:55 pm - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
34h 10m2 stops
6:30 am - 12:35 pmIST-SFO
17h 05m1 stop
$1,721United Airlines
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Sun, Dec 22 - Sun, Dec 29
1:13 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
22h 32m2 stops
6:50 am - 9:51 pmIST-SFO
26h 01m2 stops
$1,748United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 19 - Thu, Dec 26
8:45 am - 8:20 pmSFO-IST
24h 35m2 stops
8:25 am - 9:42 pmIST-SFO
24h 17m2 stops
$2,042Air Canada
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sun, Dec 29
2:22 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-SAW
35h 03m2 stops
1:40 pm - 12:35 pmSAW-SFO
33h 55m1 stop
$2,274Qatar Airways
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Mon, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 31
8:45 am - 8:20 pmSFO-IST
24h 35m2 stops
8:25 am - 8:07 pmIST-SFO
22h 42m2 stops
$2,277Air Canada
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Mon, Dec 23 - Wed, Jan 1
11:14 pm - 12:25 pmSFO-SAW
26h 11m2 stops
1:40 pm - 12:35 pmSAW-SFO
33h 55m1 stop
$2,401Qatar Airways
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Mon, Dec 23 - Tue, Dec 31
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,071Turkish Airlines
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Mon, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 24
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,072Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 12
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,077Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Feb 14 - Thu, Feb 20
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
8:05 am - 11:05 amIST-SFO
14h 00mnonstop
$1,078Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 29
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
8:05 am - 11:05 amIST-SFO
14h 00mnonstop
$1,084Turkish Airlines
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Sun, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 28
1:10 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-IST
13h 15mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,092Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Fri, Feb 21
2:10 pm - 1:25 pmSFO-IST
13h 15mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 30mnonstop
$1,101Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Mar 19 - Wed, Apr 2
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$1,102Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 27
6:50 pm - 5:50 pmSFO-IST
13h 00mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 30mnonstop
$1,768
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Fri, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 22
7:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
1:15 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 30mnonstop
$1,846
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Sun, Mar 23 - Sun, Mar 30

Delta flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Delta deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Delta
Jan 14
SFO3:25 pmSan Francisco
25h 45m
1 stop
IST4:10 amIstanbul
Feb 5
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
28h 55m
1 stop
SFO11:50 amSan Francisco
Delta
Feb 4
SFO1:50 pmSan Francisco
16h 05m
1 stop
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
Feb 12
IST5:10 amIstanbul
19h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco
Delta
Jan 28
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
19h 00m
2 stops
IST4:55 pmIstanbul
Feb 11
IST5:10 amIstanbul
19h 00m
1 stop
SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco

Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
Jan 28
SFO1:30 pmSan Francisco
22h 15m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Feb 12
IST6:50 amIstanbul
16h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:35 pmSan Francisco
Lufthansa
Mar 16
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Mar 31
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
28h 45m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
Lufthansa
Mar 18
SFO3:40 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Apr 1
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
32h 40m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,039. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of February, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,046.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Istanbul is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,171. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Thursday is $1,274.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the morning. Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,103. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $1,280 on average. Flights to Istanbul from San Francisco in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Istanbul flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

We recommend purchasing flights from San Francisco to Istanbul 16 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Istanbul for $1,229. In the past 72 hours, momondo users found flights from San Francisco to Istanbul for as low as $1,076.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Istanbul flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Istanbul flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 45% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Istanbul flight.

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Best Price Found

$287

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 $287. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $667.
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 15h 35m, 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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DeltaPriceFrom $636Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,604 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $668Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,055 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $693Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,087 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $695Free CancellationRating
7.0
8,391 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $848Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,349 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $849Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,505 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $859Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,817 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $906Free CancellationRating
7.5
3,792 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $961Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,308 reviews
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