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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Istanbul
Istanbul2 stops$967
Antalya
Antalya1 stop$903
Ankara
Ankara2 stops$966
Bodrum
Bodrum1 stop$945
Kayseri
Kayseri1 stop$933
Dalaman
Dalaman1 stop$1,015
Gazipaşa
Gazipaşa1 stop$953
Gaziantep
Gaziantep1 stop$1,103
Van
Van1 stop$933
Konya
Konya1 stop$1,408
Samsun
Samsun1 stop$1,103
Denizli
Denizli1 stop$1,102
Mardin
Mardin1 stop$1,032
Istanbul
Istanbul2 stops$967
Antalya
Antalya1 stop$903
Ankara
Ankara2 stops$966
Bodrum
Bodrum1 stop$945
Kayseri
Kayseri1 stop$933
Dalaman
Dalaman1 stop$1,015
Gazipaşa
Gazipaşa1 stop$953
Gaziantep
Gaziantep1 stop$1,103
Van
Van1 stop$933
Konya
Konya1 stop$1,408
Samsun
Samsun1 stop$1,103
Denizli
Denizli1 stop$1,102
Mardin
Mardin1 stop$1,032

Book Cheap San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) Plane Tickets

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

Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:15 pm
SFO
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ADB
25h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 9:20 pm
ADB
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SFO
25h 45m
2 stops
$850Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:15 pm
SFO
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ADB
25h 45m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 9:20 pm
ADB
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SFO
25h 45m
2 stops
$855Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 6:10 pm
SFO
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ADB
19h 15m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 10:50 am
ADB
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SFO
34h 10m
1 stop
$868Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Feb 2
Lufthansa Logo
4:40 pm - 6:25 pm
SFO
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ADB
38h 45m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:00 pm - 7:35 pm
ADB
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SFO
18h 35m
1 stop
$901Lufthansa
Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 9:45 pm
SFO
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AYT
22h 50m
1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 10:50 am
AYT
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SFO
36h 30m
1 stop
$903Turkish Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Jan 20
Lufthansa Logo
2:55 pm - 2:05 am
SFO
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ADB
25h 10m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
12:00 pm - 7:35 pm
ADB
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SFO
18h 35m
1 stop
$928Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 29
United Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 9:35 pm
SFO
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IST
24h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:40 pm
IST
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SFO
17h 00m
1 stop
$967United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 9:35 pm
SFO
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IST
24h 25m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 12:40 pm
IST
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SFO
17h 00m
1 stop
$967United Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Oct 14
Qatar Airways Logo
12:22 pm - 12:15 pm
SFO
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IST
37h 53m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 pm - 1:35 pm
IST
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
$967Qatar Airways
Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 13
Qatar Airways Logo
8:23 am - 6:20 am
SFO
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IST
35h 57m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 pm - 1:35 pm
IST
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SFO
27h 30m
1 stop
$973Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) flights

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

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to Türkiye (Turkey) from San Francisco found in the last 5 days was to Istanbul, at $748 round-trip. The most popular route is from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul Airport (IST), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $748.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Türkiye (Turkey)?

The average price for all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to Türkiye (Turkey) is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $906 on average. Morning departures are around 3% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Türkiye (Turkey) is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $1,069.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $1,244 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey), 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 San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) is February, when tickets cost $805 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,447 and $1,367 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey), look for departures on Mondays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Türkiye (Turkey), Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Saturday is the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey), removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey), you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$388
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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Flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey): the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) 
Learn how KAYAK collects reviews and tips from users.
Verified travelerFlew with Turkish Airlines
SFO
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IST
May 2026
Be sure your layover time in Istanbul is long enough to get on the next flight.
benedictFlew with Turkish Airlines
SFO
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IST
Mar 2024
Polaris lounge is located in the G gate and Turkish flies from A gate. Go to G gate first if you want to hang out at the lounge

FAQs - booking Türkiye (Turkey) flights

  • What are some of the ways I can get from the Istanbul Airport to downtown Istanbul?

    One option for travelers is to make their way on buses provided by IETT, which is a part of the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality and offers six different routes from the airport to various points in Istanbul. If you prefer to travel by taxi from the airport to the center of town, you should expect a travel time of around 32 minutes.

  • Will I need to get a visa before I travel to Turkey?

    You will need to get a visa before you travel to Turkey, and it is quite easy to get the visa through the Turkish Government Embassy's e-visa application program before your trip. Also, remember that you need to take a valid passport with you, and you need to make sure that this passport stays valid for at least 180 days after you enter Turkey.

  • Does the Istanbul Airport provide any services or amenities for travelers looking to freshen up after a long flight from San Francisco?

    One way to feel quite refreshed after a long trip from San Francisco is to utilize the showers you will find inside the IGA Lounge, The Ambassador Spa and Beauty Salon, and at the YOTEL Hotel.

  • Is it possible to utilize a rideshare service upon my arrival at the Istanbul airport?

    There is a local rideshare company called Careem that operates at this airport. After you have collected your baggage, book a ride through their dedicated app and select your pick-up point outside of the terminal building adjacent to the baggage claim area.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

    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 Türkiye (Turkey).

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

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

    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 from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey) with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)?

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

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Türkiye (Turkey)

  • One of the most popular destinations for travelers making their way from San Francisco to Turkey is to fly to the Istanbul Airport (IST). On this route of flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you will find nonstop flight offerings on Turkish Airways.
  • For travelers that would like to save some money on the trip to the Istanbul Airport from San Francisco International Airport, one option is to take one of the one-stop flights aboard Delta Airlines that will have a layover at either Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) or Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
  • Passengers making the trip to Turkey from San Francisco that do not want to drive their own car to the San Francisco International Airport should ride aboard the BART yellow or red line train that can take you from the downtown area to the airport in about 30 minutes.
  • If you are a passenger making a long flight to Turkey that is looking for a nice place to wait for your flight at the San Francisco International Airport, there are a number of airline lounges, including those offered by Delta Airlines and British Airways. Both of these lounges offer comfortable seating as well as an assortment of food and beverage choices.
  • Parents that are taking their kids on a trip to Turkey through the San Francisco International Airport should know that this airport offers a Kids' Spot play area in Terminal 2 that makes a great place for kids to expend some energy before a long flight.

Everything you need to know for your flight from San Francisco to Türkiye (Turkey)

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