S$786 Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$786 for one-way flights and S$1,062 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

KLM
Tue, 4 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,062 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,062
Return
found 6 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 7 Nov, priced at S$1,062 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, 4 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,096 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,096
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 7 Nov, priced at S$1,096 found 6 days ago
KLM
Tue, 4 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,119 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,119
Return
found 6 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 7 Nov, priced at S$1,119 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,150 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,150
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, 24 Sep, priced at S$1,150 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, 4 Nov - Fri, 7 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,152 Return, found 6 days ago
S$1,152
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 4 Nov from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Fri, 7 Nov, priced at S$1,152 found 6 days ago
Air France
Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,184 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,184
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, 24 Sep, priced at S$1,184 found 3 days ago
Air France
Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,189 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,189
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, 24 Sep, priced at S$1,189 found 3 days ago
Delta
Thu, 18 Dec - Sun, 28 Dec
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,195 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,195
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, 18 Dec from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Sun, 28 Dec, priced at S$1,195 found 3 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,238 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,238
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, 24 Sep, priced at S$1,238 found 3 days ago
United
Mon, 8 Sep - Wed, 24 Sep
SFO
San Francisco
IST
Istanbul
S$1,483 Return, found 3 days ago
S$1,483
Return
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, 8 Sep from San Francisco to Istanbul, returning Wed, 24 Sep, priced at S$1,483 found 3 days ago

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

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$854 - S$1,759 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

San Francisco to Istanbul route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Istanbul
Return price
S$1,062
Distance
10704 km
Average flight time
23 hours 2 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 S$1,062. 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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