SFO - ESB

$559 Find Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ankara

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Ankara departing on 5/30. 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 San Francisco to Ankara, 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 San Francisco to Ankara, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$1,056
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/6Mon 4/13
SFO - ESB • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$559
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/30
SFO - ESB • 2 stops
Top airlines
Turkish Airlines
Cheapest • from $1,075 (round-trip)
Turkish Airlines
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco and Ankara. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg $1,466 (round-trip)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 16h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Ankara (SFO-ESB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Ankara 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 San Francisco to Ankara

Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
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7:15 pm - 12:35 am
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ESB
19h 20m
2 stops
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4:10 pm - 12:40 pm
ESB
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SFO
30h 30m
2 stops
$1,056Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
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6:45 pm - 1:00 am
SFO
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ESB
20h 15m
1 stop
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10:50 pm - 10:50 am
ESB
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SFO
22h 00m
1 stop
$1,075Turkish Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
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7:15 pm - 12:35 am
SFO
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ESB
19h 20m
2 stops
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8:00 am - 2:30 pm
ESB
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SFO
16h 30m
1 stop
$1,078Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5
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2:40 pm - 8:30 pm
SFO
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ESB
19h 50m
1 stop
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7:15 am - 4:15 pm
ESB
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SFO
19h 00m
1 stop
$1,164Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5
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2:40 pm - 8:30 pm
SFO
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ESB
19h 50m
1 stop
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8:00 am - 12:40 pm
ESB
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SFO
38h 40m
2 stops
$1,216Multiple Airlines
Mon, May 4 - Thu, May 7
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5:05 pm - 2:15 am
SFO
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ESB
23h 10m
1 stop
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1:35 am - 2:00 pm
ESB
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SFO
22h 25m
1 stop
$1,239Emirates
Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5
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8:30 am - 10:00 pm
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ESB
27h 30m
2 stops
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6:00 am - 7:00 pm
ESB
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SFO
23h 00m
3 stops
$1,244Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5
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8:30 am - 6:30 am
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ESB
36h 00m
3 stops
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7:45 am - 7:00 pm
ESB
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SFO
21h 15m
3 stops
$1,249Multiple Airlines
Sun, Mar 29 - Sun, Apr 5
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8:30 am - 8:30 pm
SFO
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ESB
26h 00m
2 stops
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8:00 am - 9:24 am
ESB
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SFO
35h 24m
2 stops
$1,259Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 6 - Mon, Apr 13
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4:45 pm - 9:40 pm
SFO
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ESB
18h 55m
2 stops
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1:00 pm - 2:40 pm
ESB
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SFO
35h 40m
3 stops
$1,289Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Ankara flights

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

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Ankara?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from San Francisco to Ankara were found on Turkish Airlines ($1,075) and Emirates ($1,239).

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Cheapest flight$559
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Ankara

When to book flights from San Francisco to Ankara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Ankara 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 flights from San Francisco to Ankara

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Ankara?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Ankara was $559 for a one-way ticket and $1,056 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Ankara?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to Ankara?

    When flying out of San Francisco you will be using San Francisco. You will be landing at Ankara, also known as Ankara Esenboga.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Ankara?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Ankara?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Francisco and Ankara.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Ankara?

    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 San Francisco to Ankara.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Ankara?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ankara from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Ankara?

    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 Ankara with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and ESB 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 San Francisco to Ankara?

    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 Ankara from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from San Francisco to Ankara

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to Ankara. 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 San Francisco to Ankara? 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.
7.3
Turkish AirlinesOverall score based on 4250 reviews
7.8Crew
7.3Boarding
7.5Food
7.3Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

8.0 ExcellentRob, Mar 2026
IAD - IST
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the cabin was kept too hot. couldn't sleep as a result

It was an amazing experience. Flight crew's service, hospitality, and the food were phenomenal. I don't think I'd want to try any other airline company after this. I would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you Turkish Airlines !

Business Class pods are horrible. If you're petite, you might be able to sleep on the uncomfortable seat and bed. Crew and food are fantastic.

I have travelled many times on Turkish, but they always board at least 30-40 minutes past the stated time. If informed properly, passengers can choose to spend more time in the .lounge instead of standing around by the gate waiting to board. The new lounge at DFW was a big disappointment. The aircraft itself was a shock. In the past I have flown this sector with regular business class seating configuration of 1-2-1, The 2-3-2 seating is very disappointing after paying such high prices for tickets. The DFW to Istanbul segment was slightly better, but the Istanbul to Delhi segment was no better than premium economy. I will try to travel more on airlines which give business class passengers more value for their money.

Good overall. Seat spacing a bit tight between IST and ISB.

Excellent staff despite some trying passenger situations. Very impressed with their good attitudes and kindness.

Crew were unfriendly, touch screen for movies didn't work very well, seats were tight and uncomfortable

After arriving in Istanbul, the transit information on the electronic board showed a tight departure time, and the gate changed in the middle, making it difficult to make it on time.

Typically good service onboard but baggage delay in airport was significant

My, Syed Zawar Hussein Shirazi frequently flyer membership number was not included on my boarding pass from O’Hare to Istanbul despite my reminder to the attendant at check in. Further she forgot to give me my boarding pass form Istanbul to Lahore and she needs to improve her customer service, please 🙏

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Ankara

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San Francisco (SFO)
Ankara (ESB)