How many flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 22.4% of flights from San Francisco to Istanbul were non-stop. For flights requiring connections, travelers typically experienced a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are available but represent a smaller portion of the overall flight options.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

A direct flight from San Francisco to Istanbul typically takes approximately 12 hours and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 10766 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, generally have a longer median duration of 18 hours and 34 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with non-stop travel on this route.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Historically, good prices on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul have been observed with frequent regularity. This indicates that travelers seeking deals on this route typically have consistent opportunities to find favorable fares. The route is generally considered to offer frequent pricing advantages.

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San Francisco to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

For flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, fares typically range from $793 to $1354, with a median price of $1095. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing for this route.

When considering cheap flights from San Francisco to Istanbul, the most affordable times to fly are typically in March, with a median fare of $612. Other cost-effective months include January, where the median fare is $751, and July, with a median fare of $793.

A typical journey from San Francisco to Istanbul takes approximately 26h 20m, including connections. This duration reflects that most itineraries for this route involve at least one stopover. Given the long-haul nature of this route, connecting flights are common.

Most itineraries for this route are not direct; most itineraries connect at least once. Only 22.4% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Istanbul

Regular price: $858 - $1,449

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is typically between $858 and $1449. The current lowest deal is $791 with LOT Polish Airlines, for travel from Oct 8-Oct 15.

now $791

Low $858

High $1,449

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul is March, with a median price of $612. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1590. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $612

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,590

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Istanbul

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$1,224

$869

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$780

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$971

$789

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$954

$794

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$774

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$794

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$1,224 → $870

29%

14 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 11

$1,110 → $817

26%

16 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 13

$1,110 → $817

26%

15 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 12

$1,109 → $817

26%

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San Francisco - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for San Francisco to Istanbul are near the typical level at $791.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $612

Historically, March offers the lowest median prices for San Francisco to Istanbul flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 26h 20m with connections

Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul typically take 26h 20m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 77.6% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are frequently available.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient departure airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$810

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$789

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is a major international hub, offering excellent connectivity for both domestic and international routes.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$932

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Feb 17

Istanbul, Turkey

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$6,450

$4,569

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Istanbul, Turkey

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$6,461

$4,581

Save $1,880

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Feb 17

Istanbul, Turkey

86% AI deal score

$6,446

$4,582

Save $1,864

From SFO

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Jan 27

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$5,750

$4,582

Save $1,168

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Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$5,191

$4,198

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $946. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw higher prices, averaging around $982. Prices for bookings made 7-13 days out were even higher, at an average of $1347.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from San Francisco to Istanbul is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $793. The median price for this route over the same period was $1095. Prices above $1354 typically indicate a less favorable deal.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul, with a median price of $612. January also offered favorable prices, with a median of $751. In contrast, the annual median price for this route was $1095, indicating that certain months can offer significant savings.

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San Francisco to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Istanbul

Regular price: $858 - $1,449

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul is typically between $858 and $1449. The current lowest deal is $791 with LOT Polish Airlines, for travel from Oct 8-Oct 15.

now $791

Low $858

High $1,449

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

March

Cheapest

Flights from $612

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,590

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Istanbul

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$1,224

$869

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$780

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$971

$789

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$954

$794

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$774

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Istanbul

San Francisco (SFO) - Istanbul (IST)

LOT Polish Airlines

$998

$794

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$1,224 → $870

29%

14 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 11

$1,110 → $817

26%

16 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 13

$1,110 → $817

26%

15 nights

Dec 28 - Jan 12

$1,109 → $817

26%

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

San Francisco - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for San Francisco to Istanbul are near the typical level at $791.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $612

Historically, March offers the lowest median prices for San Francisco to Istanbul flights.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 26h 20m with connections

Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul typically take 26h 20m with connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 77.6% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one of the carriers providing direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are frequently available.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a convenient departure airport for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$810

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from Istanbul city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$789

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is a major international hub, offering excellent connectivity for both domestic and international routes.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$932

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

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Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From SFO

Elite

Feb 10

Istanbul, Turkey

88% AI deal score

$5,252

$4,175

Save $1,077

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Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Feb 16

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$6,463

$4,569

Save $1,894

From SFO

Elite

Feb 16

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$6,466

$4,569

Save $1,897

From SFO

Elite

Feb 16

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$6,474

$4,569

Save $1,905

From SFO

Elite

Feb 17

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$6,450

$4,569

Save $1,881

From SFO

Elite

Feb 17

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$6,461

$4,581

Save $1,880

From SFO

Elite

Feb 17

Istanbul, Turkey

86% AI deal score

$6,446

$4,582

Save $1,864

From SFO

Elite

Jan 27

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$5,750

$4,582

Save $1,168

From SFO

Elite

Feb 21

Istanbul, Turkey

83% AI deal score

$5,191

$4,198

Save $993

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Feb 10

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$4,978

$4,148

Save $830

Alaska Airlines, Inc., +1

Business Class

From SFO

Elite

Feb 08

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$4,967

$4,216

Save $751

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From SFO

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Feb 08

Istanbul, Turkey

82% AI deal score

$5,154

$4,244

Save $910

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from San Francisco to Istanbul

San Francisco to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

Direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

San Francisco - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

March is historically cheapest at $612

Typically 26h 20m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Feb 10

Feb 16

Feb 16

Feb 16

Feb 17

Feb 17

Feb 17

Jan 27

Feb 21

Feb 10

Feb 08

Feb 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

How do I know if a San Francisco to Istanbul flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

How many flights from San Francisco to Istanbul are non-stop?

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

Related routes

More routes from San Francisco

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

San Francisco to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

Direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul

San Francisco - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

March is historically cheapest at $612

Typically 26h 20m with connections

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Feb 10

Feb 16

Feb 16

Feb 16

Feb 17

Feb 17

Feb 17

Jan 27

Feb 21

Feb 10

Feb 08

Feb 08

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?

How do I know if a San Francisco to Istanbul flight is a good deal?

What's the best month to fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?