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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.R 5,314 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,314, select.
Istanbul.R 5,601 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,601, select.
Istanbul.R 5,918 per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Aug.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,918, select.
Istanbul.R 6,321 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,321, select.
Istanbul.R 6,326 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov.One-way flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,326, select.
Istanbul.R 6,470 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,470, select.
Istanbul.R 7,285 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Feb.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,285, select.
Istanbul.R 7,854 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec.One-way flight with TAP Air Portugal.Outbound indirect flight with TAP Air Portugal, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,854, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from R 9,266
Jul
from R 6,321
Aug
from R 5,918
Sep
from R 5,314
Oct
from R 5,601
Nov
from R 6,326
Dec
from R 7,854
Jan
from R 6,470
Feb
from R 7,285
Mar
from R 8,958
Apr
Find prices
May
from R 12,348

San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Istanbul below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Istanbul Sabiha.

San Francisco to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,314
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha is R 12,739. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,739.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Istanbul Sabiha is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Istanbul Sabiha Airport on Tuesday, 15 July 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Istanbul Sabiha Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul Sabiha but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Hawaiian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul Sabiha.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW): what you need to know

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul ten hours ahead of San Francisco.

  • To ensure you catch your SFO to SAW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SFO and SAW:

    • Zurich Airport

    • Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • R 5,314 is the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 12,739. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SFO to SAW. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to SAW is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

Getting from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to central Istanbul

  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. The drive time takes around 55 minutes.

  • It takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Istanbul. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from SFO to SAW in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. Around 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Istanbul

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