SMF - IST

$423 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Sacramento to Istanbul, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$550
Overall average: $824
Lufthansa
Tue 4/7Tue 4/14
SMF - IST • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$423
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/1
SMF - IST • 3 stops
Top airlines
Lufthansa
Cheapest • from $550 (round-trip)
KLM
Best reviews • 7.7 score
Airline reviews
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 27% price drop
April
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Istanbul (SMF-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Istanbul that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Istanbul

Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
Lufthansa Logo
1:00 pm - 2:05 am
SMF
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IST
27h 05m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:40 am - 6:45 pm
IST
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SMF
23h 05m
2 stops
$550Lufthansa
Mon, May 4 - Mon, May 11
Lufthansa Logo
1:55 pm - 2:05 am
SMF
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IST
26h 10m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
3:45 am - 8:42 pm
IST
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SMF
26h 57m
2 stops
$555Lufthansa
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
British Airways Logo
2:10 pm - 12:05 am
SMF
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IST
22h 55m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
3:15 pm - 11:59 pm
IST
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SMF
42h 44m
2 stops
$563British Airways
Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
United Airlines Logo
7:31 am - 10:45 pm
SMF
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IST
29h 14m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:47 pm
IST
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SMF
50h 17m
2 stops
$585United Airlines
Sat, Mar 21 - Fri, Apr 3
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:45 pm
SMF
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IST
36h 46m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 11:57 pm
IST
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SMF
28h 17m
2 stops
$655United Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Tue, Apr 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 10:20 pm
SMF
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IST
23h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 am - 12:20 pm
IST
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SMF
42h 35m
2 stops
$712Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 10:20 pm
SMF
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IST
23h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:20 pm
IST
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SMF
40h 40m
2 stops
$716Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 10:20 pm
SMF
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IST
23h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 10:43 pm
IST
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SMF
27h 03m
3 stops
$731Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 25 - Wed, Apr 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 11:25 pm
SMF
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IST
24h 55m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 10:43 pm
IST
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SMF
27h 03m
3 stops
$735Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:45 pm
SMF
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IST
27h 00m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:32 pm
IST
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SMF
27h 02m
2 stops
$780United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Istanbul flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento to Istanbul to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport is February, where tickets cost $724 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,382 and $1,222 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$423
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 17% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Sacramento to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sacramento to Istanbul based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Sacramento to Istanbul Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport was $423 for a one-way ticket and $550 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Sacramento and Istanbul Airport?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Istanbul Airport from Sacramento.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Sacramento and Istanbul Airport, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Sacramento to Istanbul, KLM or Lufthansa?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Istanbul are KLM and Lufthansa. With an average price for the route of $882 and an overall rating of 7.7, KLM is the most popular choice. Lufthansa is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $902 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Sacramento is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Sacramento with another airline. Booking your flights between Sacramento and IST can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Sacramento to Istanbul Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Istanbul Airport from Sacramento up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Sacramento to Istanbul

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Sacramento to Istanbul. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento to Istanbul? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.7
KLMOverall score based on 1448 reviews
7.8Boarding
7.6Comfort
8.4Crew
7.1Entertainment
7.3Food
Airline reviews

I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

4.0 OkayShereen, Dec 2025
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I’m grateful for the KLM Air France shuttle bus service to Ottawa. However due to construction and other issues related to the chaotic Uber pickup system at YUL, it’s a challenge to find the Kelios bus service to Ottawa. The signs are not clear or even available. No staff to guide passengers. It’s a stressful experience.

Flight was on time, staff are friendly and helpful onboard.

Delay on my previous leg, had to run to catch my flight. But that happens. Overall ok.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

The immigration hall in Amsterdam was understaffed, so passport checking was slower than it should be for a major airport. They need to get the automatic readers up and running for non EU passport holders. Waiting in line after a long flight feels a bit abusive.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

KLM remains a quality flag carrier airline which maintains its standards whilst all their competitors are lowering theirs.

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

Service and food were excellent. Incredibly friendly and competent staff. Flight was delayed over and hour and I had to run between terminals to get my connecting flight.

Late flight Delays Poor service Poor staff Worst airline ever

Lufthansa still has a good level of quality compared to US airlines, especially with respect to (1) food quality - actually tasty, (2) good French red wine - free, (3) good movie selection. Also my ticket price includes 1 free check-in luggage, while some other budget airlines sneak in an extra $150 for a checkin.

The food could be better, more snacks. And have some plugs to chargue the phone.

Everything was really great just The aircraft was too old and sounded it will break during takeoff

Extremely pleased with the crew. Best flight attendants ever! Very friendly, genuinely caring and attentive.

Best flight attendants ever! Very customer and service oriented, courteous, professional and helpful.

Cheapest airlines I have ever been on. I got downgraded and never got on united. I got rerouted through Vancouver onto jetwesf

Very small and uncomfortable seats, Hard to hear entertainment system sound. Horrible food. Staff doesn't care much about the passengers. 2nd time they didn't give me my vegetarian meal. They asked me regular food with meat. The airline and staff was from United airlines.

Checkin took along timen only.few angents available at.checkin desk. Customer support over phone no existence

The issue was not with BA it was with the link yoiu sent fopr booking the flight

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

Awful it always is unfortunately is the only way to fly direct to london

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

Airlines have to stop assuming passengers bring entertainment. Provide it like you used to in business class and above!! N

Need to offer Better food from LAX to London Service from London to Delhi very delayed after take off.

Great crew and food and beverage. Seating tight but not the airline's fault. Will definitely fly BA in future!

Crying baby the ENTIRE flight. Not your fault, but I paid 2700 for a premium economy ticket and it wasn't worth it. should have just stuck with coach. flight attendants very mediocre - minimal effort. Plane didn't seem very clean. Didn't have any cleansing wipes - most airlines give you this when you board. Flat screen scrolling didn't work. Toiletry case a joke - why bother at all?

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

I was transferred to an American Airlines flight. The boarding was late and unorganized. The seating was extremely tight and uncomfortable. Will not use AA again.

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