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7:50 pm - 7:00 pm
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$703Turkish Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 1
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Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 25
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$706Scandinavian Airlines
Sun, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 30
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$709Scandinavian Airlines
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1:15 pm - 4:40 pm
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4:50 am - 5:56 pm
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24h 06m
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$711Air France
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4:30 am - 12:27 am
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$712Scandinavian Airlines
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$714Scandinavian Airlines
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Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 12
SFO7:25 amSan Francisco
34h 15m
2 stops
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Apr 20
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$706
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 12
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Apr 26
IST4:30 amIstanbul
20h 10m
1 stop
SFO2:40 pmSan Francisco
$709
Scandinavian Airlines
Apr 14
SFO4:45 pmSan Francisco
24h 55m
1 stop
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Apr 29
IST4:30 amIstanbul
29h 57m
2 stops
SFO12:27 amSan Francisco
$712

Turkish Airlines flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Turkish Airlines
Mar 25
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
13h 10m
IST7:00 pmIstanbul
Apr 1
IST1:15 pmIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$703
Turkish Airlines
Apr 24
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
12h 55m
IST5:40 pmIstanbul
May 8
IST1:15 pmIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$704
Turkish Airlines
Apr 14
SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco
12h 55m
IST5:40 pmIstanbul
Apr 25
IST1:15 pmIstanbul
13h 25m
SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco
$705

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport 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 February 3, 2026.
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Wed 3/25

7:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Wed 4/1

1:15 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$703

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SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

12:55 pm-11:45 am

Nonstop12h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 5/8

1:15 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$704

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

6:45 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop12h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

1:15 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$705

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SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

7:25 am-3:40 am

2 stops34h 15m

Istanbul

Thu 4/30

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$706

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SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/28

4:30 am-2:40 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$709

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

7:50 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop13h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

1:15 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop13h 25m

$710

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Sun 2/15

3:40 pm-3:50 am

1 stop25h 10m

Istanbul

Fri 2/27

4:50 am-5:56 pm

2 stops24h 06m

$711

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

4:30 am-12:27 am

2 stops29h 57m

$712

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 4/28

4:30 am-9:23 pm

3 stops26h 53m

$713

San FranciscoIstanbul

SFO - IST

SFOIST

San Francisco

Tue 4/14

4:45 pm-3:40 am

1 stop24h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 4/25

4:30 am-11:12 pm

3 stops28h 42m

$714

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $911. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in March, then you should wait until November to fly from San Francisco, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $923.

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 $1,017. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San Francisco because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,147.

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 San Francisco to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $887. 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 $1,166.

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 Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,104 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco for as low as $1,015 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.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 12% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 45% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$527

Fastest flight time

12h 50m

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $527. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $772.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport takes 12h 50m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport every day.
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  • How far is San Francisco to Istanbul by plane?

    San Francisco and Istanbul are 6673.9 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 12h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco 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 plane model from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport?

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Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

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IndiGoPriceFrom $567Free CancellationRating
6.8
529 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $585Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,141 reviews
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Scandinavian AirlinesPriceFrom $604Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,677 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $673Free CancellationRating
7.7
1,448 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $686Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,759 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $707Free CancellationRating
7.3
4,210 reviews
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Air FrancePriceFrom $723Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,531 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $796Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $872Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,714 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $914Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,729 reviews
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  • Turkish Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

    The lowest priced Turkish Airlines flight from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport from the last 72 hours was $707. Generally, Turkish Airlines has 7 flights on this route every week with an average price of $1,134. Turkish Airlines is rated 7.3/10 by our users.

  • IndiGo Flights From San Francisco to Istanbul Airport

    IndiGo (6.8/10 from 529 reviews) operates around 7 flights from San Francisco to Istanbul Airport in any given week. The average IndiGo airfare for this route is around $805, with deals from around $567 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San Francisco to Istanbul Airport flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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