Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How often are flights from Istanbul to San Francisco delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Istanbul and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

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 25h 31m. Fly via Delta, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6684 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

Consider Turkish Airlines (41%), Pakistan International Airlines (41%) or IndiGo (41%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco.

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

Located just 11.0 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 3 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 0 different airlines.

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

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 70 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of £500). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £830). 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?

When flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Istanbul Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £595 and £830 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £571 on Delta (7 Nov–30 Nov).

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What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Istanbul?
Located just 11.0 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 3 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 0 different airlines.
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 25h 31m. Fly via Delta, British Airways, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 6684 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the most reliable airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco?
Consider Turkish Airlines (41%), Pakistan International Airlines (41%) or IndiGo (41%) 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco (average of £500). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £830). 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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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 70 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?

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

When flying from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Istanbul Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £595 and £830 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £571 on Delta (7 Nov–30 Nov).

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco

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

How often are flights from Istanbul to San Francisco delayed?

About 21% of weekly flights between Istanbul and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 87 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Istanbul to San Francisco flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Istanbul to San Francisco flights?

Over the past year, Turkish Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

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Istanbul Airport to San Francisco flights typically cost between £595 and £830 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £571 on Delta (7 Nov–30 Nov).