Cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
Fares from $308 in November 2026. Compare every month below, then book with the site you like.
Search San Francisco → Istanbul flightsCheapest San Francisco to Istanbul fares by month
Lowest price per person found in recent searches. Prices change often and are checked when you book.
- October 2026Oct 31 · one way · TP · 3 stops$539See deal
- November 2026Nov 25 · one way · TP · 2 stops$308See deal
- December 2026Dec 2 · one way · F8 · 3 stops$436See deal
- January 2027Jan 31 · one way · United · 1 stop$345See deal
- February 2027Feb 7 · one way · United · 1 stop$356See deal
- March 2027Mar 3 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$360See deal
- April 2027Apr 28 · one way · United · 1 stop$350See deal
- May 2027May 13 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$424See deal
- June 2027Jun 1 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$486See deal
- July 2027Jul 7 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$402See deal
- September 2027Sep 24 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$466See deal
- October 2027Oct 1 · one way · Lufthansa · 1 stop$441See deal
San Francisco to Istanbul at a glance
- Distance6,690 miles
- Nonstop flight timeabout 14h 30m
- Cheapest monthNovember 2026
- Airport codesSFO → IST
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- The cheapest fare we found recently is $308 per person, departing Nov 25 on TP. Prices change daily, so search your dates to see today's fares.
- What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- November 2026 is currently the cheapest month, from $308. October 2026 is the most expensive, from $539.
- Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- The cheapest fares we found recently have at least one stop. Nonstop flights may still exist at a higher price; tick "Direct only" in the search to check.
- Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- The cheapest recent fares on this route were on TP, F8, United, Lufthansa.
- How long is the flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- San Francisco and Istanbul are about 6,690 miles apart, so a nonstop flight takes roughly 14h 30m. Flights with a stop take longer, depending on the connection.
- Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- Yes. Istanbul is in Türkiye, so you need a valid passport, and some countries also ask for a visa or an online travel authorization. Check the entry rules for your nationality before you book.
- How do I find the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
- Search your dates on Gotoesy. We list fares from several booking sites sorted cheapest first, show nearby dates when your day has no saved fare, and send you straight to the seller to book.
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