$428+ 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
May 22 — May 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to IstanbulExplore 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 April 22, 2026.
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 April 22, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/2710:54 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 36m
Delta
Wed 8/124:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 17m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$812
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Wed 5/205:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$826
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 05m
KLM
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$831
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/204:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$835
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/96:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$836
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/273:30 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 50m
KLM
Fri 5/86:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$840
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2810:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/94:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Wed 8/126:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops27h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$852
Best flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/236:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/21![KLM logo]()
$941
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/310:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 30m
Delta
Tue 9/156:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$1,003
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/16:20 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 00m
Delta
Tue 9/156:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 21m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$1,006
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/135:01 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Wed 5/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/21![KLM logo]()
$1,048
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Mon 8/245:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$1,025
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/103:51 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 29m
KLM
Thu 6/256:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$1,061
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/221:35 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 55m
Delta
Sat 9/266:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$1,063
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/103:22 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 58m
KLM
Wed 6/174:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 46m
KLM
Deal found 4/18![KLM logo]()
$1,070
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
Delta
Sat 5/236:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops26h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/21![Delta logo]()
$1,089
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated April 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/273:30 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 50m
KLM
Fri 5/86:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$840
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/96:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$836
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2810:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/94:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$850
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 05m
KLM
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$831
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Wed 5/205:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$826
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/204:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$835
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/236:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/21![KLM logo]()
$941
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/234:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$950
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/113:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 43m
KLM
Mon 5/185:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/20![KLM logo]()
$946
One-way flights from San Diego to IstanbulSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1012:37 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops41h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:17 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops41h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/66:25 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops51h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$458
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/35:15 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$468
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/169:56 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops36h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$487
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:15 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops32h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$495
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/263:30 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops59h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$504
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/710:07 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops35h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$508
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/47:43 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$522
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Deal found 4/21![KLM logo]()
$550
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 April 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $812 (Delta) |
One-way from | $428 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $682 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
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 April 22, 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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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/5
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Sat 5/23
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$941
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Thu 9/3
10:00 am-3:30 am
2 stops31h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 9/15
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$1,003
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 9/1
6:20 am-4:20 pm
2 stops24h 00m
Istanbul
Tue 9/15
6:00 am-8:21 pm
2 stops24h 21m
$1,006
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/12
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Mon 8/24
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$1,025
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 5/13
5:01 pm-1:20 am
2 stops22h 19m
Istanbul
Wed 5/27
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$1,048
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 6/10
3:51 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 29m
Istanbul
Thu 6/25
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$1,061
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sat 8/22
1:35 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 55m
Istanbul
Sat 9/26
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$1,063
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 6/10
3:22 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 58m
Istanbul
Wed 6/17
4:25 am-3:11 pm
2 stops20h 46m
$1,070
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/5
6:25 am-4:20 pm
2 stops23h 55m
Istanbul
Sat 5/23
6:00 am-10:26 pm
2 stops26h 26m
$1,089
Cheapest one-way
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Fri 10/16
9:56 pm-8:45 pm
2 stops36h 49m
$487
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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 April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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 April 17, 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 35 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 $563). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $1,074). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Istanbul Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $907.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 45m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via New York (JFK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 34m.
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 April 22, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,KLM, andAir Canada 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.
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$563 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$572 | Average$772 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$589 | Average$774 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$726 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$901 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$705 | Average$978 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$725 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$959 | Average$1,283 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |