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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco from £499

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£499

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£680
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 20/9-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 15m total
  • Istanbul to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (£56 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£11 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Sat 20/913:05IST - SFO
1 stop34h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 30/1021:40SFO - IST
1 stop30h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/8£499
Tue 23/917:00IST - SFO
1 stop30h 50mBritish Airways
Fri 17/1016:30SFO - IST
1 stop36h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/8£500
Sun 12/1017:05IST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mDelta
Mon 2/322:55SFO - IST
2 stops31h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/8£500
Wed 29/1017:55IST - SFO
2 stops38h 40mDelta
Thu 4/1213:55SFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/8£504
Mon 15/906:10IST - SFO
1 stop15h 35mDelta
Tue 28/1016:50SFO - IST
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/8£505
Mon 15/906:10IST - SFO
1 stop15h 35mDelta
Tue 30/910:55SFO - IST
2 stops30h 30mDelta
Deal found 29/8£507
Tue 28/1004:50IST - SFO
2 stops40h 12mDelta
Thu 4/1213:55SFO - IST
1 stop16h 00mDelta
Deal found 28/8£508
Mon 15/906:10IST - SFO
2 stops23h 38mDelta
Sun 26/1016:50SFO - IST
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/8£508
Fri 19/904:20IST - SFO
1 stop23h 55mDelta
Tue 28/1016:50SFO - IST
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 29/8£509
Mon 15/1204:50IST - SFO
1 stop19h 45mDelta
Thu 15/115:50SFO - IST
1 stop25h 00mDelta
Deal found 27/8£510
Fri 19/906:10IST - SFO
2 stops25h 35mDelta
Wed 29/1010:30SFO - IST
2 stops20h 25mDelta
Deal found 29/8£511

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to San Francisco 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, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

13:05-13:50

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 28/10

18:30-01:00

1 stop20h 30m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 16/9

17:00-13:50

1 stop30h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

21:40-00:50

1 stop17h 10m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 16/9

17:00-17:25

1 stop34h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 27/10

21:40-00:05

1 stop16h 25m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 16/9

17:00-13:50

1 stop30h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

21:40-01:10

1 stop17h 30m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

08:25-17:25

1 stop19h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

18:30-01:10

1 stop20h 40m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

13:05-13:50

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 29/10

21:40-13:55

1 stop30h 15m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

13:05-13:50

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

21:40-13:55

1 stop30h 15m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

19:50-13:50

1 stop28h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 26/10

18:30-00:50

1 stop20h 20m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 18/9

19:55-13:50

1 stop27h 55m

San Francisco

Thu 30/10

21:40-13:55

1 stop30h 15m

£499

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Sat 20/9

13:05-13:50

1 stop34h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 27/10

21:40-00:05

1 stop16h 25m

£499

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Istanbul to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 80 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IST to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

When flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 64% versus a flight at midday.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
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Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.7

Food

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Leslie,Feb 2025

IST - LAX

Food and staff were nice but difficulty with WIFI, console sound not working. X-cover insurance a scam. Denying purchase of insurance even with proof. Ridiculous.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Istanbul?

    Located just 11.8 mi from the city center, San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Istanbul. Booking flights from Istanbul to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in 34h 45m. Fly via British Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6684 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco round-trip from £475. Turkish Airlines is 18% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    Consider Turkish Airlines (73%), Pakistan International Airlines (73%) or IndiGo (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Istanbul to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Istanbul to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Istanbul to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest£475Average£681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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