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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport from $353

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12:11 am - 10:25 amSFO-IST
24h 14m1 stop
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4:45 am - 8:27 pmIST-SFO
25h 42m2 stops
Sun, May 4 - Wed, May 21
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12:11 am - 10:25 amSFO-IST
24h 14m1 stop
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1:40 am - 11:05 pmIST-SFO
31h 25m2 stops
Tue, Apr 29 - Tue, May 6
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12:11 am - 10:25 amSFO-IST
24h 14m1 stop
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6:45 am - 11:14 pmIST-SFO
26h 29m2 stops
Tue, Apr 29 - Thu, May 8
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6:35 am - 4:35 pmSFO-IST
24h 00m1 stop
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4:45 am - 7:31 amIST-SFO
36h 46m2 stops
Sun, May 11 - Thu, May 22
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6:45 pm - 5:45 pmSFO-IST
13h 00mnonstop
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1:20 pm - 4:40 pmIST-SFO
13h 20mnonstop
$912Turkish Airlines
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Thu, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 9
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3:05 pm - 3:25 amSFO-IST
26h 20m1 stop
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4:20 am - 6:15 pmIST-SFO
23h 55m1 stop
$920Delta
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Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Oct 1
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11:30 am - 3:25 amSFO-IST
29h 55m2 stops
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4:20 am - 6:15 pmIST-SFO
23h 55m1 stop
$924Delta
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Mon, Sep 1 - Wed, Oct 1
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2:40 pm - 5:00 pmSFO-IST
16h 20m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
28h 45m1 stop
$1,007Lufthansa
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12:40 pm - 11:45 amSFO-IST
13h 05mnonstop
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7:10 am - 10:35 amIST-SFO
13h 25mnonstop
$1,018Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 17
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12:20 am - 1:05 pmSFO-IST
26h 45m2 stops
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2:00 pm - 7:26 pmIST-SFO
39h 26m2 stops
$1,029United Airlines
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

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May 1
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
34h 00m
1 stop
IST11:55 amIstanbul
May 13
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Apr 24
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
40h 40m
1 stop
IST6:35 pmIstanbul
May 6
IST1:45 pmIstanbul
33h 50m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
Qatar Airways
Apr 30
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
28h 25m
1 stop
IST6:20 amIstanbul
May 13
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco

Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Our best Air Canada deals on San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Air Canada
Sep 3
SFO12:15 pmSan Francisco
20h 50m
2 stops
IST7:05 pmIstanbul
Oct 3
IST7:45 amIstanbul
43h 54m
2 stops
SFO5:39 pmSan Francisco
Air Canada
Sep 2
SFO8:30 amSan Francisco
22h 40m
2 stops
IST5:10 pmIstanbul
Oct 3
IST7:45 amIstanbul
35h 42m
2 stops
SFO9:27 amSan Francisco
Air Canada
May 21
SFO8:15 amSan Francisco
24h 40m
2 stops
IST6:55 pmIstanbul
Jun 6
IST8:15 amIstanbul
23h 47m
2 stops
SFO10:02 pmSan Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $979. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until February to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,035.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,039. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,181.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $887. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,169.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco when booking 26 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,215 when searching 26 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,070 on momondo.

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.

How have San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2025, prices for San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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$353

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $353. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $813.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport takes 13h 00m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport every day.

  • How far is San Francisco to Istanbul by plane?

    San Francisco and Istanbul are 6673.9 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 13h 00m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

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DeltaPriceFrom $601Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,916 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $689Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,667 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $692Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,011 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $762Free CancellationRating
7.0
9,139 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $848Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,771 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $870Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,327 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $902Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,554 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $952Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,767 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $1,369Free CancellationRating
8.0
3,200 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

    The lowest priced Turkish Airlines flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport from the last 72 hours was $952. Generally, Turkish Airlines has 11 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,231. Turkish Airlines is rated 7.3/10 by our users.


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