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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul from $509

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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
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IST
24h 55m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
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SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$673Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Thu, May 7
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
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IST
24h 55m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
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SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$675Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Thu, May 14
LOT Logo
7:30 am - 12:40 am
SFO
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IST
30h 10m2 stops
LOT Logo
2:55 pm - 7:38 am
IST
-
SFO
27h 43m2 stops
$677LOT
Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
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IST
24h 55m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
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SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$682Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:54 pm - 12:40 am
SFO
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IST
39h 46m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 6:44 pm
IST
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SFO
35h 14m2 stops
$688Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Thu, Jan 22
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 3:40 am
SFO
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IST
24h 55m1 stop
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 2:40 pm
IST
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SFO
20h 10m1 stop
$690Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Sat, May 9
LOT Logo
11:42 am - 12:40 am
SFO
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IST
25h 58m2 stops
LOT Logo
3:00 pm - 6:31 am
IST
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SFO
26h 31m2 stops
$694LOT
Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 7
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 8:10 pm
SFO
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SAW
16h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:05 am - 2:35 pm
SAW
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SFO
16h 30m1 stop
$695Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 7
KLM Logo
2:55 pm - 5:25 pm
SFO
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SAW
16h 30m1 stop
KLM Logo
8:50 am - 11:45 am
SAW
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SFO
36h 55m1 stop
$719KLM
Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 31
KLM Logo
1:55 pm - 12:10 am
SFO
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SAW
23h 15m1 stop
KLM Logo
9:00 am - 11:50 am
SAW
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SFO
37h 50m1 stop
$720KLM
Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 23

LOT flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best LOT deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
LOT
Jan 14
SFO7:30 amSan Francisco
30h 10m
2 stops
IST12:40 amIstanbul
Jan 21
IST2:55 pmIstanbul
27h 43m
2 stops
SFO7:38 amSan Francisco
$677
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LOT
Feb 27
SFO11:42 amSan Francisco
25h 58m
2 stops
IST12:40 amIstanbul
Mar 7
IST3:00 pmIstanbul
26h 31m
2 stops
SFO6:31 amSan Francisco
$694
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LOT
Feb 27
SFO11:42 amSan Francisco
25h 58m
2 stops
IST12:40 amIstanbul
Mar 7
IST7:50 amIstanbul
33h 41m
2 stops
SFO6:31 amSan Francisco
$695
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Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 21
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
May 7
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$673
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Scandinavian Airlines
May 1
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
May 14
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$675
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Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 21
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Apr 28
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$682
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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 December 18, 2025.
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Price

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/7

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$673

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 5/1

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Thu 5/14

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$675

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

7:30 am-12:40 am

2 stops30h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

2:55 pm-7:38 am

2 stops27h 43m

$677

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/28

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$682

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

9:54 pm-12:40 am

2 stops39h 46m

Istanbul

Thu 1/22

6:30 pm-6:44 pm

2 stops35h 14m

$688

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 4/30

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 5/9

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$690

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 2/27

11:42 am-12:40 am

2 stops25h 58m

Istanbul

Sat 3/7

3:00 pm-6:31 am

2 stops26h 31m

$694

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 2/2

4:40 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 2/7

9:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$695

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

2:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/31

8:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop36h 55m

$719

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Tue 1/13

1:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop23h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 1/23

9:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 50m

$720

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Istanbul?

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 $918. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of March, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $923.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,003. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Friday is $1,146.

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 $889. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,157 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 $1,130 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 $1,014 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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Fastest flight time

12h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

2 airports
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul takes 12h 50m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Istanbul every day.
There are 2 airports in Istanbul. From San Francisco there are direct flights to 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 12h 50m, 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
510 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $637Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,428 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $670Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,006 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $692Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,635 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $713Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,093 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $729Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,105 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $732Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,507 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $762Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,534 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $877Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,585 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $914Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,686 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

momondo helps you find the best flight between San Francisco and Istanbul by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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