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Cheap flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco from £462

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SFO
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£462

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£731
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 3/12-15/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 59m total
  • Istanbul to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£52 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 11 July 2025.

Wed 3/1206:30IST - SFO
2 stops26h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1218:50SFO - IST
1 stop16h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/7£462
Wed 3/917:05IST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mKLM
Thu 6/1115:50SFO - IST
1 stop25h 20mKLM
Deal found 9/7£464
Mon 1/1206:30IST - SFO
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
Mon 15/1207:00SFO - IST
2 stops28h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 10/7£466
Tue 9/908:15IST - SFO
2 stops23h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 25/913:21SFO - IST
2 stops20h 04mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/7£478
Wed 17/917:05IST - SFO
1 stop28h 40mDelta
Tue 18/1100:40SFO - IST
2 stops29h 15mDelta
Deal found 11/7£481
Wed 15/1007:45IST - SFO
2 stops25h 24mAir Canada
Fri 31/1013:20SFO - IST
2 stops23h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 11/7£497

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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 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

06:30-21:34

2 stops26h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 15/12

18:50-22:45

1 stop16h 55m

£462

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 3/9

17:05-11:45

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 6/11

15:50-04:10

1 stop25h 20m

£464

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Mon 1/12

06:30-12:40

1 stop17h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 14/12

13:35-22:45

1 stop22h 10m

£466

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 9/9

08:15-21:50

2 stops23h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 25/9

13:21-19:25

2 stops20h 04m

£478

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 17/9

17:05-11:45

1 stop28h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

00:40-16:55

2 stops29h 15m

£481

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 15/10

07:45-23:09

2 stops25h 24m

San Francisco

Fri 31/10

13:20-22:20

2 stops23h 00m

£497

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Fri 7/11

04:50-13:35

1 stop19h 45m

£501

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Wed 6/8

14:00-12:40

1 stop32h 40m

£523

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Tue 19/8

09:50-13:35

1 stop37h 45m

£525

IstanbulSan Francisco

IST - SFO

ISTSFO

Istanbul

Thu 14/8

08:15-23:46

2 stops25h 31m

£539

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to San Francisco

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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 27 June 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 24 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 11 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

The most flights from IST to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?

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 11 July 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, andQatar Airways 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.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,372 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,596 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,951 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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 4 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco round-trip from £462. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are KLM, from £464, and Lufthansa, from £469. United Airlines is 19% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco one-way?

    £501 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from KLM. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from £523 and £525, respectively.

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

    Consider Turkish Airlines (64%), Pakistan International Airlines (64%) or IndiGo (64%) 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Istanbul to San Francisco

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest£461Average£461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest£472Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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