San Francisco - Istanbul flights from USD800*

Connecting Asia and Europe, Istanbul presents visitors with an unforgettable array of architectural wonders and ancient monuments, as well as thriving arts, culture and dining scenes. Offering direct flights from San Francisco, Turkish Airlines invites you to discover magnificent Istanbul, the capital of three empires.

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Oct 2026
FromUSD950*
Last update 15 hrs ago
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Nov 2026
FromUSD800*
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Dec 2026
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  • SFO–IST, Mon, October 12 – Mon, October 19: From USD1,606
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  • SFO–IST, Tue, October 13 – Tue, October 20: From USD1,546
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  • SFO–IST, Wed, October 14 – Thu, October 22: From USD1,461
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  • SFO–IST, Thu, October 15 – Tue, November 03: From USD1,441
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  • SFO–IST, Fri, October 16 – Thu, October 22: From USD1,581
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  • SFO–IST, Sat, October 17 – Tue, November 17: From USD1,346
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  • SFO–IST, Sun, October 18 – Sat, November 14: From USD1,276
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  • SFO–IST, Mon, October 19 – Tue, November 10: From USD1,140
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  • SFO–IST, Tue, October 20 – Wed, November 04: From USD1,281
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  • SFO–IST, Wed, October 21 – Wed, November 04: From USD1,090
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  • SFO–IST, Thu, October 22 – Thu, November 05: From USD950
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  • SFO–IST, Fri, October 23 – Fri, November 06: From USD1,306
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  • SFO–IST, Sat, October 24 – Wed, November 04: From USD1,060
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  • SFO–IST, Sun, October 25 – Tue, November 10: From USD1,000
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  • SFO–IST, Mon, October 26 – Mon, November 09: From USD990
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  • SFO–IST, Tue, October 27 – Tue, November 10: From USD950
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  • SFO–IST, Wed, October 28 – Wed, November 04: From USD1,020
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  • SFO–IST, Thu, October 29 – Thu, November 12: From USD1,096
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  • SFO–IST, Fri, October 30 – Fri, November 13: From USD1,060
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  • SFO–IST, Sat, October 31 – Wed, November 04: From USD1,060
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  • SFO–IST, Sun, November 01 – Thu, November 05: From USD1,021
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  • SFO–IST, Mon, November 02 – Mon, November 09: From USD935
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  • SFO–IST, Tue, November 03 – Tue, November 10: From USD895
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  • SFO–IST, Wed, November 04 – Wed, November 11: From USD1,021
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  • SFO–IST, Thu, November 05 – Thu, November 19: From USD1,161
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  • SFO–IST, Fri, November 06 – Tue, November 10: From USD1,061
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  • SFO–IST, Sat, November 07 – Wed, November 11: From USD840
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  • SFO–IST, Sun, November 08 – Thu, November 12: From USD800
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  • SFO–IST, Mon, November 09 – Fri, November 13: From USD800
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  • SFO–IST, Tue, November 10 – Tue, November 17: From USD800
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  • SFO–IST, Wed, November 11 – Wed, November 25: From USD800
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    • RangeUSD800-USD1,606

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    Destination 1

    Departure: San Francisco

    San Francisco is a commercial, social and cultural hub in northern California, on the west coast of the United States. Home to the famous Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco has a mild climate that allows for pleasant visits at any time of year. The city’s hills, its ocean, bay and mountain views, and its Victorian-style homes contribute to its beauty while its art, culture and dining scenes draw visitors. Among San Francisco's must-see attractions are the Golden Gate Bridge, the Museum of Fine Arts, Alcatraz Prison and Coit Tower, as well as Lombard Street. Three airports serve San Francisco, including San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC). Turkish Airlines operates flights from San Francisco to Istanbul flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO).

    Arrival: Istanbul

    Bordering the Bosphorus Strait and the Marmara and Black seas, Istanbul is a dynamic metropolis that has long been a crossroads for cultures and the intersection of Asia and Europe. This historic city, thousands of years old, offers unique experiences and historical artifacts on every corner. The city’s many diverse neighborhoods include areas along or near the Bosphorus shore such as Sultanahmet, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş, Kadıköy, Kanlıca, Bebek, Yeniköy and Çengelköy, while Istanbul’s must-see attractions include Istiklal Street, Taksim Square, the Galata Tower, Maiden's Tower, Istanbul Archeology Museums, Topkapı Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, the Istanbul Walls, Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Two airports serve Istanbul: Turkish Airlines operates flights from Istanbul Airport (IST), located on the city’s European side, while AJet flights operate from Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Anatolian side.

    Destination 1

    Discover San Francisco - Istanbul flights

    View current San Francisco – Istanbul flight ticket fares to find the flight that’s best for you. Whether you’re flying for business or for leisure, you’ll enjoy a safe, comfortable trip with the exceptional service standards offered by Turkish Airlines.

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    Economy    		Thu, January 07 - Thu, January 21

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    Economy    		Wed, January 13 - Wed, January 27

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    Economy    		Wed, December 09 - Wed, December 16

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    Economy    		Tue, December 08 - Tue, December 22

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    Economy    		Thu, November 26 - Thu, December 10

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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    San Francisco (SFO)Istanbul (IST)Round-trip
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    *Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48 hours and may no longer be available at time of booking.

    Airport information

    San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

    San Francisco International Airport is approximately 20 kilometers from the city center. The BART high-speed train, CalTrain and Airtrain, also known as air train, operate between the airport and the city center, as do taxis and SamTrans buses. In addition, car rentals are available at the airport.

    Istanbul Airport (IST)

    Istanbul Airport, approximately 42 kilometers from the city center, is served by public IETT buses numbered H-1, H-2, H-3, H-6, H-8, as well as the (M11) Gayrettepe - Istanbul Airport metro line. In addition, Havaist buses offer service from various points in the city to the airport. Taxis and car rentals are also available at Istanbul Airport. You can check out our Istanbul transportation guide for first-time visitors for more information on the city's transportation options.

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