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$468+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul (IST)

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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from San Diego to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:10 pm
SAN
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IST
2 stops37h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/81:55 pm
IST
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SAN
2 stops42h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$543
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
Mon 5/113:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/26$549
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/275:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
Thu 5/73:45 am
IST
-
SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/25$551
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/252:46 pm
SAN
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IST
2 stops22h 39m
British Airways
Wed 3/46:45 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop32h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 1/25$557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:00 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop36h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 3/93:15 pm
IST
-
SAN
1 stop35h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/24$563
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/19:00 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops21h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:15 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/226:15 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops24h 50m
United Airlines
Mon 3/96:30 am
IST
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SAN
2 stops24h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/24$571
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:39 pm
SAN
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IST
2 stops34h 16m
United Airlines
Fri 5/81:55 pm
IST
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SAN
2 stops31h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/25$573

Find flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul (IST). 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 January 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$543
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$468
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$766
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 2/25

2:46 pm-12:25 am

2 stops22h 39m

Istanbul

Wed 3/4

6:45 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 25m

$557

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 3/10

7:00 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Istanbul

Tue 3/17

7:35 am-5:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$559

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sat 2/28

4:45 pm-1:10 am

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 3/7

2:55 pm-8:43 pm

2 stops40h 48m

$560

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 2/22

6:15 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 3/9

6:30 am-8:53 pm

2 stops24h 23m

$571

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 2/26

9:54 am-10:45 pm

2 stops25h 51m

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-10:44 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$577

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 2/25

7:45 am-6:05 pm

3 stops23h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-5:29 pm

2 stops21h 59m

$577

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/8

11:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 4/22

5:40 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 25m

$577

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/8

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 4/21

3:45 am-5:16 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$592

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 4/23

11:01 am-2:05 am

2 stops29h 04m

Istanbul

Wed 5/6

1:55 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops32h 23m

$615

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 4/23

4:21 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops19h 14m

Istanbul

Tue 5/5

3:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$617

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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport (average of $542). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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.

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 January 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and United Airlines from San Diego to Istanbul Airport. 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,203 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,660 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,702 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 Diego to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Istanbul per day from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Istanbul Airport in 22h 39m. Fly via British Airways or United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from San Diego to Istanbul Airport is about 6878 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $575, American Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and KLM - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $583 and $612, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $437 on KLM. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $485 and Delta from $538 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport (average of $542). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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.

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$583Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$612Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$645Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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