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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul from $268

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12:40 pm - 11:45 amSFO-IST
13h 05mnonstop
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1:20 pm - 4:40 pmIST-SFO
13h 20mnonstop
$698Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8
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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
$704Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Wed, Oct 1
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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
$706Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Fri, Oct 24
Turkish Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$710Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 16
KLM Logo
3:50 pm - 3:50 amSFO-IST
25h 00m1 stop
KLM Logo
4:50 am - 1:35 pmIST-SFO
19h 45m1 stop
$730KLM
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Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31
KLM Logo
3:50 pm - 3:50 amSFO-IST
25h 00m1 stop
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4:50 am - 1:35 pmIST-SFO
19h 45m1 stop
$731KLM
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Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Dec 1
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3:50 pm - 3:50 amSFO-IST
25h 00m1 stop
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4:50 am - 5:25 pmIST-SFO
23h 35m2 stops
$736
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Sun, Jan 25 - Sat, Jan 31
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3:15 pm - 9:50 pmSFO-SAW
20h 35m2 stops
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5:55 pm - 1:25 pmSAW-SFO
29h 30m2 stops
$758
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Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 26
British Airways Logo
4:30 pm - 3:20 pmSFO-SAW
36h 50m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 1:50 pmSAW-SFO
32h 50m1 stop
$851British Airways
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Mon, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 15
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4:30 pm - 3:20 pmSFO-SAW
36h 50m1 stop
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3:00 pm - 5:25 pmSAW-SFO
36h 25m1 stop
$853British Airways
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Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Oct 1
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
13h 05m
IST11:45 amIstanbul
Oct 8
IST1:20 pmIstanbul
13h 20m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$698
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Turkish Airlines
Sep 16
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
13h 00m
IST5:45 pmIstanbul
Oct 1
IST1:20 pmIstanbul
13h 20m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$704
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Turkish Airlines
Oct 8
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
13h 05m
IST11:45 amIstanbul
Oct 24
IST7:10 amIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO10:35 amSan Francisco
$706
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KLM flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best KLM deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
KLM
Jan 25
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
25h 00m
1 stop
IST3:50 amIstanbul
Jan 31
IST4:50 amIstanbul
19h 45m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$730
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KLM
Nov 9
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
25h 00m
1 stop
IST3:50 amIstanbul
Dec 1
IST4:50 amIstanbul
19h 45m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$731
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KLM
Nov 9
SFO3:50 pmSan Francisco
25h 00m
1 stop
IST3:50 amIstanbul
Dec 1
IST4:50 amIstanbul
24h 00m
2 stops
SFO5:50 pmSan Francisco
$741
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 5, 2025.
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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

12:40 pm-11:45 am

Nonstop13h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$698

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

6:45 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 10/1

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$704

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

12:40 pm-11:45 am

Nonstop13h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 10/24

7:10 am-10:35 am

Nonstop13h 25m

$706

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 12/2

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 12/16

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop13h 55m

$710

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

3:50 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

4:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$730

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 11/9

3:50 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 12/1

4:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop19h 45m

$731

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

3:50 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

4:50 am-5:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$736

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

3:15 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 8/26

5:55 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops29h 30m

$758

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 9/1

4:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/15

3:00 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$851

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

4:30 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop36h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 9/22

3:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop36h 25m

$853

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, March 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 $976. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $1,028.

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 $1,008. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Saturday is $1,142.

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 evening. Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $886. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,205 on average. Flights to Istanbul from San Francisco in the morning 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?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $1,163 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from San Francisco for as low as $1,008 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.

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Best Price Found

$268

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 $268. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $698.
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)
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  • 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

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IndiGoPriceFrom $567Free CancellationRating
6.8
479 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $624Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,990 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $689Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,910 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $693Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,282 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $754Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,383 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $815Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,234 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $852Free CancellationRating
7.1
9,876 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $901Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,935 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,608 reviews
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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.

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