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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul from $462

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KLM Logo
10:55 am - 4:20 pmSFO-IST
19h 25m2 stops
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4:50 am - 4:29 pmIST-SFO
22h 39m2 stops
$828KLM
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Jan 10
KLM Logo
1:45 pm - 5:10 pmSFO-SAW
17h 25m1 stop
KLM Logo
9:00 am - 12:50 pmSAW-SFO
37h 50m1 stop
$829KLM
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Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 29
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7:40 pm - 9:50 amSFO-IST
28h 10m3 stops
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9:50 pm - 4:30 pmIST-SFO
28h 40m2 stops
$829
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Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
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3:05 pm - 3:25 amSFO-IST
26h 20m1 stop
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4:50 am - 4:05 pmIST-SFO
21h 15m2 stops
$832
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Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Oct 30
KLM Logo
4:54 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-SAW
18h 11m2 stops
KLM Logo
9:00 am - 11:50 amSAW-SFO
37h 50m1 stop
$834KLM
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Nov 19
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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
$841Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 17
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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
$848Turkish Airlines
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Wed, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 8
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9:10 pm - 3:25 amSFO-IST
20h 15m1 stop
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4:20 am - 2:48 pmIST-SFO
20h 28m2 stops
$853Air France
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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 24
Air France Logo
8:25 pm - 3:25 amSFO-IST
21h 00m1 stop
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4:20 am - 4:05 pmIST-SFO
21h 45m2 stops
$882Air France
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Thu, Oct 2 - Fri, Oct 10
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8:30 am - 6:05 pmSFO-IST
22h 35m2 stops
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6:30 am - 12:40 pmIST-SFO
17h 10m1 stop
$895Lufthansa
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 19

KLM flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Our best KLM deals on San Francisco to Istanbul flight tickets
KLM
Sep 6
SFO10:55 amSan Francisco
19h 25m
2 stops
IST4:20 pmIstanbul
Jan 10
IST4:50 amIstanbul
22h 39m
2 stops
SFO4:29 pmSan Francisco
$828
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KLM
Oct 14
SFO1:45 pmSan Francisco
17h 25m
1 stop
SAW5:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Oct 29
SAW9:00 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
37h 50m
1 stop
SFO12:50 pmSan Francisco
$829
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KLM
Oct 15
SFO4:54 pmSan Francisco
18h 11m
2 stops
SAW9:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Nov 19
SAW9:00 amIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
37h 50m
1 stop
SFO11:50 amSan Francisco
$834
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Qatar Airways flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways
Sep 3
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
40h 50m
1 stop
SAW6:45 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sep 15
SAW8:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$963
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Qatar Airways
Aug 27
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
40h 50m
1 stop
SAW6:45 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sep 2
SAW8:05 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$965
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Qatar Airways
Sep 3
SFO3:55 pmSan Francisco
28h 25m
1 stop
IST6:20 amIstanbul
Sep 12
IST8:05 pmIstanbul
27h 30m
1 stop
SFO1:35 pmSan Francisco
$966
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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 21, 2025.
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San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 9/6

10:55 am-4:20 pm

2 stops19h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 1/10

4:50 am-4:29 pm

2 stops22h 39m

$828

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Tue 10/14

1:45 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/29

9:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop37h 50m

$829

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

7:40 pm-9:50 am

3 stops28h 10m

Istanbul

Sat 10/18

9:50 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops28h 40m

$829

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

3:05 pm-3:25 am

1 stop26h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 10/30

4:50 am-4:05 pm

2 stops21h 15m

$832

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - SAW

SFOSAW

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

4:54 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops18h 11m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 11/19

9:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 50m

$834

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 9/10

12:40 pm-11:45 am

Nonstop13h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 9/17

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$841

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

6:45 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop13h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 20m

$848

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

9:10 pm-3:25 am

1 stop20h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 9/24

4:20 am-2:48 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$853

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Thu 10/2

8:25 pm-3:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

Istanbul

Fri 10/10

4:20 am-4:05 pm

2 stops21h 45m

$882

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 11/5

8:30 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 11/19

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$895

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Istanbul

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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 $975. 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 $1,016.

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 $998. 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 $1,139.

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 $880. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,184 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 $1,156 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 $1,010 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.

Cheap San Francisco to Istanbul flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Francisco to Istanbul

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 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
480 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,981 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $689Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,930 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $693Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,344 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $754Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,388 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $762Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $813Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,291 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $829Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,950 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $904Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $935Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,615 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul?

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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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