San Francisco to Istanbul flights
Direct and connecting flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Istanbul Airport (IST) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from San Francisco to Istanbul take?
Flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to Istanbul?
Airline availability for SFO to IST changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from San Francisco to Istanbul?
Direct (nonstop) availability on SFO to IST varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Turkish Airlines5-yr attributed events: 9Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Turkish Airlines | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning SFO → IST
SFO to IST is a long-haul route of 10,764 km (6,688 mi). See the return IST → SFO route.
Alternative airports near San Francisco: San Carlos (SQL) — 16 km, Half Moon Bay (HAF) — 16 km, Oakland (OAK) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Istanbul: Istanbul (ISL) — 34 km, Istanbul (SAW) — 64 km, Çorlu (TEQ) — 70 km.