Istanbul (IST) to San Francisco (SFO)
Flight Distance & Air Miles
💳 Frequent Flyer Miles You'll Earn
| Airline | Base Miles | Elite Total |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 American Airlines AAdvantage | 6,689 | 10,702 Platinum |
| 🔺 Delta Air Lines SkyMiles | 6,689 | 10,702 Gold Medallion |
| ⭐ United Airlines MileagePlus | 6,689 | 10,034 Premier Gold |
| ❤️ Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards | 6,689 | 10,034 A-List Preferred |
| 🏔️ Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan | 6,689 | 13,378 MVP Gold |
| 🔵 JetBlue Airways TrueBlue | 6,689 | 10,034 Mosaic |
* Elite bonus miles shown for mid-tier status. Actual miles earned depend on your fare class and elite status level.
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💡 Did You Know?
Flights between Istanbul and San Francisco follow a "great circle" route that curves over the Earth's surface - this is actually shorter than flying in a straight line on a flat map!
✈️ Flight Details
The IST to SFO route connects Istanbul, Turkey with San Francisco, United States. This long-haul flight covers 6,689 miles and typically uses wide-body aircraft like Boeing 777 or Airbus A350.
This international flight crosses from Turkey to United States. Remember to check passport and visa requirements. The flight follows a NW bearing of 337° from Istanbul. There is a 11 hour time difference between the airports.
🛫 About IST
Istanbul Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST) serves Istanbul, Turkey.
🛬 About SFO
San Francisco International Airport
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) serves San Francisco, United States.