$578 Cheap flights from San Francisco Intl. to Istanbul (SFO to IST)

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The cheapest flights to Istanbul found within the past 7 days were $609 round trip and $578 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 5
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$609 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$609
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 29 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Tue, May 5, priced at $609 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, May 8
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$610 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $610 found 3 days ago
Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$755 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$755
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $755 found 4 days ago
Thu, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 10
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$775 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$775
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Thu, Feb 5 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Tue, Feb 10, priced at $775 found 2 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$900 Roundtrip, just found
$900
Roundtrip
just found
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $900 just found
Wed, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 3
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$900 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$900
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $900 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 14
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$942 Roundtrip, just found
$942
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Dec 31 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, Jan 14, priced at $942 just found
Mon, Dec 15 - Wed, Dec 24
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$955 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$955
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, Dec 24, priced at $955 found 6 days ago
Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Nov 20
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$965 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$965
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $965 found 6 days ago
Tue, May 5 - Wed, Jun 10
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
$969 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$969
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Iberia flight, departing Tue, May 5 from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $969 found 2 days ago

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Hotel The Pera Hill

Hotel The Pera Hill

4 out of 5
Price was $1,511, price is now $972 per person
$972
per person
Nov 13 - Nov 19
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Price was $2,035, price is now $1,132 per person
$1,132
per person
Nov 19 - Nov 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
CVK Taksim Hotel Istanbul

CVK Taksim Hotel Istanbul

4 out of 5
Price was $1,561, price is now $1,102 per person
$1,102
per person
Nov 11 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
AKKA Lush Hotel Taksim

AKKA Lush Hotel Taksim

4 out of 5
Price was $1,468, price is now $1,042 per person
$1,042
per person
Nov 11 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Price was $2,078, price is now $1,479 per person
$1,479
per person
Nov 11 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from SFO to IST right now?
Be sure to go to our Covid-19 Travel Advisor to discover if there are any current travel advice reports or quarantine requirements in place in Istanbul Airport when jet-setting from San Francisco Airport.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to IST, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the flight distance from San Francisco Airport to IST?
From SFO to IST, the flight distance is 6,700 mi. It's a long ride, so be sure to bring all the essentials. Some noise-canceling earphones and a neck pillow are smart items to start with.
What airlines fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Istanbul Airport?
As it stands, no single airline flies straight to IST from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Touching down there will involve one stopover at least. Lock in your ticket ahead of time to nab the best price and connections.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Flight information from San Francisco to Istanbul

 

Traveling From
San Francisco Intl.
Traveling To
Istanbul
Shortest Flight Time
32 hours 55 mins
Earliest Departure Time
12:40PM TRT
Latest Departure Time
6:45PM TRT
Lowest Flight Price
$609

Discover our best flights from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST at the right price  

Airfares to Istanbul IST from San Francisco SFO currently cost between $609 and $969. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST on Travelocity starting at $578. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to Istanbul IST from San Francisco SFO quicker with direct flights. 

Get to Istanbul faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to IST from SFO to take around 32 hour(s) 55 min(s).  

 

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Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to IST from SFO. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, April is usually the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco SFO to Istanbul IST. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to Istanbul IST from San Francisco SFO 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to IST from SFO have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.