Cheap flights from Sacramento to Istanbul from $738

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Delta Logo
11:29 am - 3:30 am
SMF
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IST
30h 01m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:50 pm
IST
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SMF
24h 50m
2 stops
$738Delta
Sun, May 3 - Wed, May 13
Delta Logo
2:42 pm - 3:30 am
SMF
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IST
26h 48m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:35 pm
IST
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SMF
24h 35m
2 stops
$788Delta
Thu, Apr 23 - Wed, May 6
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 3:40 am
SMF
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IST
28h 40m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 10:40 pm
IST
-
SMF
28h 10m
2 stops
$857Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 21
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:40 am
SMF
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IST
34h 40m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 7:28 pm
IST
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SMF
24h 58m
2 stops
$861Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Fri, Sep 25
Delta Logo
9:42 am - 1:20 am
SMF
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IST
29h 38m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:54 pm
IST
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SMF
25h 54m
2 stops
$862Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6
Delta Logo
11:50 am - 3:30 am
SMF
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IST
29h 40m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:28 pm
IST
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SMF
20h 28m
2 stops
$887Delta
Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 25
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:40 am
SMF
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IST
34h 40m
2 stops
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 10:40 pm
IST
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SMF
28h 10m
2 stops
$891Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 19
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 3:30 am
SMF
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IST
48h 15m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 7:28 pm
IST
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SMF
23h 28m
2 stops
$893Delta
Sat, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 22
United Airlines Logo
3:53 pm - 9:25 pm
SMF
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IST
19h 32m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 7:35 pm
IST
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SMF
23h 55m
2 stops
$896United Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6
Lufthansa Logo
1:00 pm - 2:05 am
SMF
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IST
27h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 8:42 pm
IST
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SMF
25h 02m
2 stops
$899Lufthansa
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, May 6

KLM flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

Our best KLM deals on Sacramento to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
KLM
Apr 26
SMF5:14 pmSacramento Intl
22h 06m
2 stops
IST1:20 amIstanbul
May 27
IST4:25 amIstanbul
23h 25m
2 stops
SMF5:50 pmSacramento Intl
$948
KLM
Apr 4
SMF7:35 amSacramento Intl
22h 45m
2 stops
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
Jun 5
IST4:25 amIstanbul
22h 14m
2 stops
SMF4:39 pmSacramento Intl
$1,222

Lufthansa flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

Our best Lufthansa deals on Sacramento to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Lufthansa
Apr 22
SMF1:00 pmSacramento Intl
27h 05m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
May 6
IST5:40 amIstanbul
25h 02m
2 stops
SMF8:42 pmSacramento Intl
$899
Lufthansa
Aug 3
SMF11:46 amSacramento Intl
28h 19m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
Aug 31
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
34h 03m
2 stops
SMF5:58 pmSacramento Intl
$981
Lufthansa
Aug 3
SMF2:24 pmSacramento Intl
25h 41m
2 stops
IST2:05 amIstanbul
Aug 31
IST5:55 pmIstanbul
34h 03m
2 stops
SMF5:58 pmSacramento Intl
$982

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SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/3

11:29 am-3:30 am

2 stops30h 01m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

6:00 am-8:50 pm

2 stops24h 50m

$738

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/23

2:42 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 48m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-8:35 pm

2 stops24h 35m

$788

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/8

1:00 pm-3:40 am

2 stops28h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 9/21

4:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$857

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 9/25

4:30 am-7:28 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$861

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

9:42 am-1:20 am

2 stops29h 38m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-9:54 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$862

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/7

11:50 am-3:30 am

2 stops29h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 9/25

6:00 am-4:28 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$887

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

7:00 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 9/19

4:30 am-10:40 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$891

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/5

5:15 pm-3:30 am

2 stops48h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 9/22

6:00 am-7:28 pm

2 stops23h 28m

$893
Quickest round-trip

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

3:53 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops19h 32m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

5:40 am-7:35 pm

2 stops23h 55m

$896

SacramentoIstanbul

SMF - IST

SMFIST

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/22

1:00 pm-2:05 am

2 stops27h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

5:40 am-8:42 pm

2 stops25h 02m

$899

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sacramento and Istanbul Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $724. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in February, then you should wait until November to fly from Sacramento, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $756.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,004. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Sacramento because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,135.

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 Sacramento to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $905. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,152.

Can stopping save me money on Sacramento to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 42% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sacramento to Istanbul Airport flight.

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Cheap Sacramento to Istanbul Airport (SMF to IST) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

Fastest flight time

21h 03m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport takes 21h 03m
There are no direct flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport. There are no popular flight routes from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport.
  • How far is Sacramento Intl to Istanbul by plane?

    Istanbul is 6604.7 mi away from Sacramento Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 03m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sacramento Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sacramento Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sacramento Intl 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 airline from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

Best airlines flying from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

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Free Cancellation
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $545Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,501 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,825 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $664Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,477 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $688Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,358 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $693Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,872 reviews
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