San Francisco to Istanbul Flights
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) connect United States and Turkey. 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 SFO, OAK, SJC and IST, SAW. The reverse route is Istanbul to San Francisco. 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
- San Francisco, United States
- Destination
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Distance
- 10,765 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 to 15 hours
- Origin codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Destination codes
- IST, SAW
- Primary keyword
- flights from San Francisco to Istanbul
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Route overview
San Francisco to Istanbul is a city-pair air route between United States and Turkey. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are SFO and IST. Related codes: SFO, OAK, SJC → IST, SAW.
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
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Istanbul airports and metro codes: IST, SAW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Istanbul to San Francisco, other destinations from San Francisco, and other origins into Istanbul.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Istanbul?
Direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul typically take about 14 to 15 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from San Francisco to Istanbul?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco and Istanbul is approximately 10,765 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?
San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC). Istanbul is commonly searched with code IST (related: IST, SAW).
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?
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 Istanbul to San Francisco?
The reverse city pair is Istanbul to San Francisco. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,765 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the San Francisco to Istanbul route connect?
This route connects United States (San Francisco) with Turkey (Istanbul).
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