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8:25 am - 12:15 amSFO-IST
28h 50m3 stops
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10:10 am - 7:35 pmIST-SFO
20h 25m2 stops
$803Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 31
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2:40 pm - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
16h 25m1 stop
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6:30 am - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
$806Lufthansa
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Thu, Feb 12 - Fri, Feb 20
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1:00 pm - 3:50 amSFO-IST
27h 50m2 stops
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4:50 am - 4:29 pmIST-SFO
22h 39m2 stops
$807Delta
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Mon, Feb 16 - Sun, Mar 1
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1:55 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
16h 00m1 stop
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4:50 am - 1:25 pmIST-SFO
19h 35m1 stop
$827KLM
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 1
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6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 4:45 pmIST-SFO
13h 55mnonstop
$837Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 17
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6:50 pm - 7:00 pmSFO-IST
13h 10mnonstop
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8:05 am - 11:05 amIST-SFO
14h 00mnonstop
$838Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16
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11:45 am - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
19h 10m2 stops
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4:20 am - 4:01 pmIST-SFO
21h 41m2 stops
$850KLM
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Sat, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 29
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7:25 am - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
23h 40m2 stops
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6:30 am - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
$859United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 27
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1:55 pm - 4:55 pmSFO-IST
16h 00m1 stop
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4:50 am - 1:25 pmIST-SFO
19h 35m1 stop
$864Delta
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Sat, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 18
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6:50 pm - 10:45 pmSFO-IST
16h 55m1 stop
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6:30 am - 7:42 pmIST-SFO
24h 12m2 stops
$875United Airlines
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Sun, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 24

Lufthansa flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Lufthansa
Feb 12
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
16h 25m
1 stop
IST6:05 pmIstanbul
Feb 20
IST6:30 amIstanbul
17h 10m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$806
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Lufthansa
Nov 16
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
22h 55m
2 stops
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 1
IST7:00 pmIstanbul
28h 40m
1 stop
SFO12:40 pmSan Francisco
$841
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Lufthansa
Nov 19
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
21h 05m
1 stop
IST10:45 pmIstanbul
Dec 4
IST7:00 pmIstanbul
36h 10m
1 stop
SFO8:10 pmSan Francisco
$854
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Air Canada flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Air Canada
Nov 22
SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco
42h 40m
2 stops
IST8:10 pmIstanbul
Dec 5
IST6:30 amIstanbul
21h 55m
2 stops
SFO5:25 pmSan Francisco
$851
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Air Canada
Nov 16
SFO8:25 amSan Francisco
21h 20m
2 stops
IST4:45 pmIstanbul
Nov 30
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
47h 04m
2 stops
SFO9:29 amSan Francisco
$866
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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 October 16, 2025.
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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

8:25 am-12:15 am

3 stops28h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

10:10 am-7:35 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$803

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

2:40 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 2/20

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$806

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

1:00 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 3/1

4:50 am-4:29 pm

2 stops22h 39m

$807

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 12/1

4:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$827

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 11/17

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop13h 55m

$837

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

6:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 11/16

8:05 am-11:05 am

Nonstop14h 00m

$838

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

11:45 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Istanbul

Sun 3/29

4:20 am-4:01 pm

2 stops21h 41m

$850

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

7:25 am-6:05 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Istanbul

Thu 11/27

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$859

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

1:55 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 1/18

4:50 am-1:25 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$864

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

6:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 12/24

6:30 am-7:42 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$875

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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 $976. 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 $1,024.

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 $1,014. 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 $899. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,150 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 $1,153 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 $1,023 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

13h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Istanbul

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul takes 13h 00m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Istanbul every day.
There is 1 airport near Istanbul: 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 10m, 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
6.9
487 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $664Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $697Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,982 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $699Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,497 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $732Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,476 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $739Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,404 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $762Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,307 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $826Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,010 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,457 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $918Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,652 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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