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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,991. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$1,071 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,071, select.
Istanbul.$1,163 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,163, select.
Istanbul.$1,248 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Thu, 16 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,248, select.
Istanbul.$1,347 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,347, select.
Istanbul.$1,350 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec, returning Sat, 9 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,350, select.
Istanbul.$1,465 per passenger.Departing Sun, 2 Aug, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,465, select.
Istanbul.$1,475 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,475, select.
Istanbul.$1,824 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 May, returning Thu, 4 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,824, select.
Istanbul.$1,869 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,869, select.
Istanbul.$1,991 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,991, select.
Istanbul.$2,009 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Thu, 28 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Antonio International on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 28 May, arriving in San Antonio International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,009, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Antonio International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in December.
May
from $2,009
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from $1,248
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San Antonio International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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San Antonio to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,071
Cheapest month to flyDecember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from San Antonio International to Istanbul is $1,071. 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 Antonio International to Istanbul. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,071.
As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from San Antonio International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from San Antonio International to Istanbul is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Tuesday, 1 December 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Antonio International Airport and Istanbul 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 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, Delta offers the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Travelling from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Istanbul is eight hours ahead of San Antonio and is in the UTC+3 timezone.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SAT to IST flight.

  • During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SAT and IST:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • At the moment, $829 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,071. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from SAT to IST, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SAT to IST.

  • Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)

  • SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.

  • San Antonio International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from SAT land at their destination as scheduled 83.17% of the time.

  • Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel close to SAT? If you're catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Travel at your own speed with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and venture far and wide through Istanbul and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • When reserving your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAT to IST in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC then.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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