฿18,135 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at ฿18,135 for one-way flights and ฿25,765 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Turkish Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿25,765 Return, found 1 day ago
฿25,765
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿25,765 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿26,675 Return, found 1 day ago
฿26,675
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿26,675 found 1 day ago
Air France
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿26,910 Return, found 2 days ago
฿26,910
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 23 Oct, priced at ฿26,910 found 2 days ago
United
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿27,125 Return, found 1 day ago
฿27,125
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿27,125 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿27,320 Return, found 1 day ago
฿27,320
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿27,320 found 1 day ago
United
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿27,400 Return, found 2 days ago
฿27,400
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 23 Oct, priced at ฿27,400 found 2 days ago
United
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿27,790 Return, found 1 day ago
฿27,790
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿27,790 found 1 day ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 13 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿28,065 Return, found 2 days ago
฿28,065
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 13 Oct from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 23 Oct, priced at ฿28,065 found 2 days ago
United
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿28,435 Return, found 1 day ago
฿28,435
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿28,435 found 1 day ago
British Airways
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
฿30,700 Return, found 1 day ago
฿30,700
Return
found 1 day ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, 26 Jan from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 8 Feb, priced at ฿30,700 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From ฿17,914 - ฿58,994 per traveller.

Alternative airports near Istanbul

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Istanbul Airport IST. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city centre is 35 minutes. Flights from ฿25,765
IST
Istanbul Airport
Cheapest
Average driving time to city centre35 min
Flights from ฿25,765
Select flight to Sabiha Gokcen Intl. SAW. Average driving time to city centre is 34 minutes. Flights from ฿46,065
SAW
Sabiha Gokcen Intl.
Average driving time to city centre34 min
Flights from ฿46,065
Flight from San Francisco to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Emirates, KLM, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Return price
฿25,765
Distance
10704 km
Average flight time
24 hours 12 mins

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport?
If you're travelling from SFO to IST, round-trip journeys start from ฿25,765. This price is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, so don't let a good deal pass you by. Book now and save yourself both money and time. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport?
We get that things come up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
Can I fly from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport right now?
To see what travel restrictions and quarantine requirements are in place for different citizens flying from San Francisco Airport to Istanbul Airport please visit our COVID 19 travel advisor portal link.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to IST that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for SFO to IST flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Istanbul Airport?
You'll have 10,800 kilometres to cover on the long-haul San Francisco to Arnavutkoy route. Wear layers of comfy clothes and consider taking a sleep mask and earplugs.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to IST?
At the moment, no airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco Airport to IST. You'll have to book a flight with at least one stop. To score the best price and connections, lock in your airfare ahead of time.
Are SFO to IST flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from SFO to IST can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but then again, you could miss out! If you'd rather start your travel planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just remember that not all airlines list their prices so far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as updates are made regularly.
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