Cheap flights from San Antonio (SAT) to Istanbul from $428

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAT — IST
May 9 — May 161

The best prices from San Antonio to Istanbul are usually found in January or November, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Antonio to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Antonio (SAT) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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May

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$925

One-way from

$745
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 16% potential price drop
From San Antonio to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Antonio to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Istanbul?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Wednesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Antonio to Istanbul?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Antonio to Istanbul, book at least 28 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 22% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $757 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $878.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Antonio to Istanbul?

The best pricing can be found in the month of January. Prices to Istanbul from San Antonio average $1,135. You can even find prices in January for less than $1,135, as users have found deals to Istanbul from as low as $749. The month of May appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Istanbul from San Antonio. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 26%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Istanbul (SAT - IST)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Antonio to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from San Antonio to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between San Antonio and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Lufthansa flights we've come across from San Antonio to Istanbul. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 8/1412:05 pmSAT - IST
2 stops20h 55mLufthansa
Wed 8/282:00 pmIST - SAT
2 stops35h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,041
Mon 7/154:19 pmSAT - IST
2 stops40h 41mLufthansa
Sun 7/215:55 pmIST - SAT
2 stops34h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,359
Tue 6/251:05 pmSAT - IST
2 stops19h 55mLufthansa
Sun 7/75:55 pmIST - SAT
2 stops34h 58mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,381
Thu 7/47:09 amSAT - IST
2 stops21h 56mLufthansa
Thu 7/185:55 pmIST - SAT
2 stops34h 21mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,385
Thu 5/2312:00 pmSAT - IST
2 stops17h 05mLufthansa
Wed 6/56:10 amIST - SAT
2 stops21h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,415
Thu 5/2312:00 pmSAT - IST
2 stops17h 05mLufthansa
Fri 6/76:10 amIST - SAT
2 stops19h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,490
Thu 5/232:14 pmSAT - IST
2 stops18h 46mLufthansa
Sun 6/96:10 amIST - SAT
2 stops19h 36mLufthansa
Deal found 5/3$1,500

Cheap British Airways flights from San Antonio to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between San Antonio and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest British Airways flights traveling from San Antonio to Istanbul. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 7/37:45 pmSAT - IST
2 stops20h 45mBritish Airways
Wed 7/315:30 pmIST - SAT
2 stops33h 23mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,328
Thu 5/166:40 pmSAT - IST
2 stops21h 55mBritish Airways
Mon 8/198:15 pmIST - SAT
2 stops31h 33mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,384
Mon 7/14:38 pmSAT - IST
2 stops23h 47mBritish Airways
Sat 7/138:05 pmIST - SAT
2 stops27h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,427
Thu 7/48:08 amSAT - SAW
2 stops21h 27mBritish Airways
Thu 7/184:05 pmSAW - SAT
2 stops31h 39mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,445
Wed 5/226:25 amSAT - SAW
2 stops47h 10mBritish Airways
Mon 6/102:35 pmSAW - SAT
2 stops58h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$1,638

Cheap San Antonio to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Antonio to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 4, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Antonio to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 5/158:32 pmSAT - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Fri 5/248:30 amIST - SAT
2 stops23h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$959
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/312:45 pmIST - SAT
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$970
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/312:45 pmIST - SAT
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$976
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/306:45 amIST - SAT
2 stops36h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$992
Wed 5/2212:30 pmSAT - IST
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:45 amIST - SAT
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,019
Wed 5/156:39 pmSAT - IST
2 stops49h 26mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/248:05 amIST - SAT
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$1,027
Wed 5/2212:30 pmSAT - IST
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/316:45 amIST - SAT
2 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,029
Wed 5/228:35 pmSAT - SAW
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/311:30 pmSAW - SAT
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,062
Wed 5/228:35 pmSAT - SAW
1 stop37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/311:30 pmSAW - SAT
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$1,072

San Antonio to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Antonio and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Antonio to Istanbul in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 9/38:33 pmSAT - IST
2 stops19h 52mBritish Airways
Wed 9/188:25 amIST - SAT
2 stops22h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$859
Wed 8/1412:15 pmSAT - IST
2 stops22h 40mBritish Airways
Wed 8/285:30 pmIST - SAT
2 stops35h 21mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/2$887
Fri 11/111:45 amSAT - IST
2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/126:35 amIST - SAT
3 stops42h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/3$939
Fri 11/112:29 pmSAT - IST
2 stops21h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/128:05 amIST - SAT
2 stops23h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/3$952
Wed 5/158:32 pmSAT - IST
2 stops19h 58mBritish Airways
Fri 5/248:30 amIST - SAT
2 stops23h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/1$959
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/312:45 pmIST - SAT
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$970
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/312:45 pmIST - SAT
2 stops29h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$976
Fri 11/16:28 amSAT - SAW
2 stops24h 37mBritish Airways
Tue 11/123:55 pmSAW - SAT
2 stops40h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/3$976
Tue 9/34:20 pmSAT - IST
2 stops21h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/182:00 pmIST - SAT
3 stops29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$979

One-way flights to Istanbul from San Antonio

Search for one-way flight options from San Antonio to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Antonio to Istanbul. Those seeking round-trip flights from San Antonio to Istanbul should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 5/119:22 pmSAT - SAW
2 stops40h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$428
Sat 5/119:22 pmSAT - SAW
3 stops48h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$450
Sat 5/119:22 pmSAT - IST
2 stops41h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$453
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - IST
1 stop35h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$601
Sat 5/119:20 amSAT - IST
3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$604
Wed 5/222:31 pmSAT - IST
2 stops21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$636
Wed 5/222:31 pmSAT - SAW
3 stops44h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$648
Wed 5/228:59 pmSAT - SAW
2 stops40h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$652
Wed 5/222:31 pmSAT - IST
3 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3$693

Find flights from San Antonio to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Antonio to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 4, 2024.

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San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Wed 5/22

1 stop35h 51m

Istanbul

Fri 5/31

2 stops29h 25m

$970

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Wed 8/14

2 stops20h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 8/28

2 stops35h 45m

$1,041

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Wed 7/3

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 7/31

2 stops33h 23m

$1,328

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Mon 7/15

2 stops25h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 7/29

2 stops24h 43m

$1,352

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SAT - SAW

SATSAW

San Antonio

Mon 7/15

2 stops25h 21m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 7/29

2 stops37h 01m

$1,472

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Wed 5/22

1 stop20h 17m

Istanbul

Sat 6/1

1 stop17h 41m

$1,488

San AntonioIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

SAT - SAW

SATSAW

San Antonio

Wed 5/22

2 stops22h 29m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/31

2 stops28h 05m

$1,653

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Wed 5/22

3 stops23h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 6/7

3 stops28h 58m

$1,699

San AntonioIstanbul

SAT - IST

SATIST

San Antonio

Thu 5/16

1 stop15h 23m

Istanbul

Mon 8/19

1 stop26h 18m

$1,762

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Antonio to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights from San Antonio to Istanbul is 27 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Antonio to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Antonio to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Antonio to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Istanbul by month

Plan your trip from San Antonio to Istanbul by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Antonio to Istanbul is currently $574 while a round-trip flight costs $1,418. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Antonio to Istanbul (average of $925). Flying from San Antonio to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,442). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$968

February

$940

March

$984

April

$1,026

May

$1,112

June

$1,442

July

$1,303

August

$1,189

September

$1,067

October

$1,000

November

$925

December

$969

Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated May 4, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Lufthansa, British Airways and United Airlines from San Antonio to Istanbul have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
4,023 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
4,023 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,023 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

8.1
Very good
10,848 reviews
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4,023 reviews

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8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

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1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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1,604 reviews
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4,023 reviews

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Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

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8.1

Entertainment

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Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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Good
4,444 reviews
8.1
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4,023 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

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Good
4,552 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,023 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Food could have been better they served beef on the flight to India so they did not have enough option of the veg option for customers and half the flight did not get a meal

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Antonio to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Antonio to Istanbul?

    For a flight from San Antonio to Istanbul, you will be flying from San Antonio. San Antonio (SAT) is just 7.6 mi from the center of the city. San Antonio is the only San Antonio airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. 6 airlines have flights to Istanbul from San Antonio on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from San Antonio to Istanbul for under $1,000 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Antonio to Istanbul for under $1,000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $970, but on average you can expect to pay $1,144.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Antonio to Istanbul round-trip?

    Lufthansa, at $1,041, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Antonio to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include British Airways and United Airlines. These flights start at 8% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Antonio to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $891 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $931 and Air Canada from $1,060 one-way.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Antonio to Istanbul?

  • What does SAT to IST mean?

    San Antonio Airport is SAT and Istanbul Airport is IST. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW), Bursa Yenişehir Airport (YEI), İzmit Cengiz Topel Airport (KCO), Tekirdağ Corlu Airport (TEQ) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Antonio to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Antonio to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Antonio to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Antonio to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Antonio to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Antonio to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Antonio to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Antonio to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Antonio to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Antonio to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Antonio to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Antonio to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Antonio to Istanbul flight deals updated?

    The San Antonio to Istanbul flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/3.

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Top 6 airlines flying from San Antonio to Istanbul

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LufthansaCheapest$918Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest$930Average$1,122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest$936Average$1,249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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American AirlinesCheapest$939Average$1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,002Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,257Average$1,632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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