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Flight deals from Istanbul to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Istanbul to San Francisco International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Francisco.$518 per passenger.Departing Mon, Mar 16, returning Mon, Mar 23.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Mon, Mar 16, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Mar 23, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $518, select.
San Francisco.$519 per passenger.Departing Sun, Nov 23, returning Mon, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Sun, Nov 23, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
San Francisco.$519 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 21, returning Tue, Oct 28.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Oct 21, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Oct 28, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $519, select.
San Francisco.$521 per passenger.Departing Tue, Oct 14, returning Tue, Nov 25.Round-trip flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Tue, Oct 14, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.
San Francisco.$524 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 8, returning Wed, Oct 8.Round-trip flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Sun, Jun 8, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Oct 8, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $524, select.
San Francisco.$525 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 21, returning Tue, Nov 25.Round-trip flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from Istanbul on Fri, Nov 21, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Nov 25, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.
San Francisco.$525 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 17, returning Fri, Oct 3.Round-trip flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Wed, Sep 17, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from San Francisco International on Fri, Oct 3, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.
San Francisco.$525 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 15, returning Mon, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with KLM and Air France.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departing from Istanbul on Mon, Sep 15, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Air France, departing from San Francisco International on Mon, Sep 22, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $525, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in March.
Jun
from $629
Jul
from $761
Aug
from $675
Sep
from $525
Oct
from $519
Nov
from $525
Dec
from $530
Jan
from $535
Feb
from $525
Mar
from $518
Apr
from $824
May
from $711

Istanbul to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Istanbul to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Istanbul to San Francisco: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$518
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Istanbul to San Francisco International is $518. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Istanbul to San Francisco International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $518.
There are no flights flying from Istanbul to San Francisco International, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to San Francisco International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Monday, March 16, 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul Airport and San Francisco International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Traveling from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport is 13 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-7, which is ten hours behind Istanbul.

  • You can choose from 17 weekly Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 07:50 departure with Turkish Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 13:50.

  • Your IST to SFO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.

  • Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Turkish Airlines has direct flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.

  • Turkish Airlines is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between IST and SFO:

    • Hong Kong International Airport

    • Vancouver International Airport

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight is $348. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $518. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from IST to SFO, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from IST to SFO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Central Istanbul to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is approximately 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to IST? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

  • From San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco is approximately 21 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • It takes around 45 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to San Francisco based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • January has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IST to SFO around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Francisco. Around 64 kilometers away to the south-east, top sights here include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United States, consider Fresno, about 257 kilometers south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among its highlights.

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