Flights from San Francisco to Istanbul from US$ 789.99

For flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST), January stands out as the cheapest month to fly, with April and September also showing lower average fares for this route. These months are a good starting point when planning travel dates if price is a key factor. On this route, Thursday departures are cheaper than Sunday departures, so choosing a Thursday flight can help reduce the ticket cost. Price levels can still change from year to year, so it is worth comparing several nearby dates within these months.

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) require a connection via Frankfurt (FRA). The flight takes about 10 hours from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA) and about 3 hours 15 minutes from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST).

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Economy Class passengers receive a complimentary Taste the World Standard Menu and a snack, along with free soft and hot drinks throughout the flight. Premium Economy Class includes the Classic Premium Menu from the Taste the World range, plus an additional meal such as dinner or breakfast before landing, and a wider selection of complimentary drinks. Business Class includes multi-course Taste the World Gourmet Menus, a welcome drink, and an extended choice of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST) may differ from the long-haul service.

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Business Class provides a fully flat seat with about 180° recline and a bed length of about 6 ft 6 in, direct aisle access at every seat, and an individual 17.3" 4K screen with premium entertainment. Business Class passengers are served Taste the World Gourmet Menus with several courses, a choice of main dishes, a welcome drink, and an extensive range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. On the ground, Business Class includes increased checked baggage allowances, higher cabin baggage allowance, priority services, and lounge access at participating airports. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST) may differ from this long-haul Business Class product.

Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) operate with a connection via Frankfurt (FRA). In the summer season, the Condor long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA) operates on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; in the winter season, Condor-connected itineraries between San Francisco (SFO) and Istanbul (IST) are available on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.

Condor does not operate a nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST). Flights on this route have at least one stop with a connection via Frankfurt (FRA).

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, three travel classes are offered: Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business class. Economy Class includes ergonomic seats, individual screens, and a complimentary Taste the World Standard Menu and snack. Premium Economy Class adds more legroom and seat recline, a larger screen, the Classic Premium Menu from the Taste the World range, and an expanded drinks selection. Business Class offers a lie-flat seat with direct aisle access, enhanced privacy, larger screens, and multi-course Taste the World Gourmet Menus along with premium drinks and comfort amenities. On the onward flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST), travel classes and services follow the short- or medium-haul concept and differ from the long-haul product.

On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, FlyConnect Wi-Fi is available so passengers can go online during the flight. Internet access is offered through different data packages, and fees apply depending on the selected package. In addition to Wi-Fi, the long-haul aircraft provides personal screens with a wide range of entertainment. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST) may differ and can include a different or more limited Wi-Fi offering.

For the long-haul leg from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), cabin baggage allowances depend on the booked travel class: Economy fares include 8 kg of cabin baggage, Premium Economy includes 10 kg, and Business Class includes 16 kg, within standard cabin dimensions. Checked baggage on long-haul routes is based on fare and travel class; for example, Economy Classic, Economy Green, and Economy Flex include a free checked Baggage allowance (on US routes this is 1 × 23 kg per adult or child in addition to the general 20 kg rule), Premium Economy includes 1 × 32 kg, and Business Class includes 2 × 32 kg. No single checked bag may exceed 32 kg (70 lb), and the maximum outer dimensions per bag are 158 cm (length + width + height). Additional or heavier baggage can be purchased in advance, and separate baggage rules can apply on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to Istanbul (IST), especially if it is operated by a partner airline.

On Condor flights such as the long-haul San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA) leg, small dogs and cats can travel in the cabin if they are in their own watertight, bite-proof carrier that does not exceed 55 × 40 × 20 cm, with a total weight (pet plus carrier) of up to 8 kg. The pet must remain inside the closed carrier under the seat in front for the entire flight, and pets in cabin are not permitted in Business Class on long-haul flights, in exit rows, or directly behind bulkheads. Animals that are too large for the cabin must travel in suitable containers in the aircraft hold, but transport of animals in the hold is not permitted on connecting itineraries, which affects journeys from San Francisco (SFO) to Istanbul (IST) that require a change of planes. An animal passport with proof of required vaccinations is compulsory, and travelers are responsible for meeting all veterinary, customs, and entry requirements for both Germany and Turkey.