Istanbul to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Turkey and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,765 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 to 15 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include IST, SAW and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Istanbul. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 10,765 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 to 15 hours
- Origin codes
- IST, SAW
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Istanbul to San Francisco
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Route overview
Istanbul to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Turkey and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are IST and SFO. Related codes: IST, SAW → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,765 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 to 15 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Istanbul, other destinations from Istanbul, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Istanbul to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco typically take about 14 to 15 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Istanbul to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Istanbul and San Francisco is approximately 10,765 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Istanbul to San Francisco?
Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Istanbul to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Istanbul?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Istanbul. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,765 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Istanbul to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Turkey (Istanbul) with United States (San Francisco).
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- Istanbul airport (IST)
- San Francisco airport (SFO)