$380+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul (IST)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Oct 8 — Oct 151
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 September 8, 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 September 8, 2026.
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/45:15 pm -
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Sun 10/115:55 pm -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,046
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sun 10/45:01 pm -
2 stops22h 19m
Sun 10/116:00 am -
2 stops22h 02m
Deal found 9/6![KLM logo]()
$1,049
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2412:48 pm -
2 stops22h 57m
Sun 1/107:05 pm -
2 stops31h 40m
Deal found 9/4![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,088
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:40 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Wed 9/307:25 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 9/3![British Airways logo]()
$1,089
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 9/158:00 am -
2 stops22h 55m
Wed 9/305:40 am -
3 stops27h 17m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/254:01 pm -
2 stops20h 44m
Sun 11/17:05 pm -
2 stops34h 32m
Deal found 9/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,091
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/253:07 pm -
2 stops36h 43m
Wed 11/47:40 am -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 9/5![British Airways logo]()
$1,093
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:40 pm -
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Thu 9/248:05 pm -
1 stop28h 50m
Deal found 9/7![British Airways logo]()
$1,094
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/102:24 pm -
2 stops25h 41m
Mon 9/281:55 pm -
2 stops41h 29m
Deal found 9/7![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,095
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/145:15 pm -
1 stop22h 50m
Thu 10/13:45 am -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/7![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,096
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/204:45 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Thu 10/88:15 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$1,097
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Fri 12/252:23 pm -
2 stops21h 22m
Tue 1/57:05 pm -
2 stops35h 42m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,098
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 September 8, 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 September 8, 2026.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:40 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Wed 10/77:25 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$1,097
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/267:32 am -
2 stops43h 03m
Thu 10/11:50 pm -
2 stops41h 40m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 9/156:15 am -
2 stops24h 40m
Mon 9/211:55 pm -
2 stops40h 07m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,110
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/178:59 pm -
2 stops47h 21m
Sat 10/38:05 pm -
2 stops29h 35m
Deal found 9/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,169
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/123:20 pm -
2 stops50h 10m
Tue 9/296:00 am -
1 stop15h 50m
Deal found 9/7![Delta logo]()
$1,215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 9/158:00 am -
2 stops22h 55m
Wed 9/305:40 am -
3 stops27h 17m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,156
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/214:45 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Tue 10/62:35 pm -
1 stop34h 20m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$1,163
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:04 am -
1 stop18h 46m
Wed 10/288:05 am -
1 stop21h 07m
Deal found 9/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,176
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/38:34 pm -
2 stops47h 46m
Wed 10/78:05 pm -
2 stops32h 24m
Deal found 9/4![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,213
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:40 pm -
1 stop18h 45m
Sun 10/46:50 pm -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 9/7![British Airways logo]()
$1,165
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Fri 9/188:00 am -
2 stops27h 25m
Mon 10/51:55 pm -
2 stops40h 13m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$1,170
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/1910:40 am -
2 stops24h 45m
Thu 10/296:30 am -
3 stops27h 49m
Deal found 9/4![United Airlines logo]()
$1,223
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated September 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:40 pm -
1 stop30h 15m
Thu 9/248:05 pm -
1 stop28h 50m
Deal found 9/7![British Airways logo]()
$1,094
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/102:24 pm -
2 stops25h 41m
Mon 9/281:55 pm -
2 stops41h 29m
Deal found 9/7![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,095
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:40 pm -
1 stop18h 40m
Wed 9/307:25 pm -
1 stop29h 30m
Deal found 9/3![British Airways logo]()
$1,089
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 9/145:15 pm -
1 stop22h 50m
Thu 10/13:45 am -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 9/7![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,096
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Tue 9/158:00 am -
2 stops22h 55m
Wed 9/305:40 am -
3 stops27h 17m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$1,090
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/204:45 pm -
1 stop21h 40m
Thu 10/88:15 am -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$1,097
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/45:15 pm -
1 stop22h 50m
Sun 10/115:55 pm -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 9/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,046
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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.
Sun 10/45:01 pm -
2 stops22h 19m
Sun 10/116:00 am -
2 stops22h 02m
Deal found 9/6![KLM logo]()
$1,049
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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.
Mon 10/55:15 pm -
1 stop22h 50m
Sun 10/115:55 pm -
2 stops31h 30m
Deal found 9/3![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,100
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/254:01 pm -
2 stops20h 44m
Sun 11/17:05 pm -
2 stops34h 32m
Deal found 9/5![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,091
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/253:07 pm -
2 stops36h 43m
Wed 11/47:40 am -
1 stop19h 30m
Deal found 9/5![British Airways logo]()
$1,093
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 September 8, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 8, 2026.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/66:00 pm -
1 stop19h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/49:27 pm -
2 stops53h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$388
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 12/66:50 am -
2 stops28h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$390
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/178:34 pm -
3 stops50h 11m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$440
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/91:30 pm -
3 stops56h 45m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$445
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/45:15 pm -
1 stop22h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Lufthansa logo]()
$457
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/96:00 pm -
1 stop19h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![British Airways logo]()
$465
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 September 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $1,046 (Justfly.com) |
One-way from | $380 (Cheapflightsfares) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,041 |
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 8, 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 San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 12/6
1:28 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops22h 17m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$386
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 12/7
7:41 pm-10:45 pm
3 stops40h 04m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$390
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sat 10/17
8:34 pm-8:45 am
3 stops50h 11m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$440
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 11/9
1:30 pm-9:15 am
3 stops56h 45m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$445
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 10/4
5:15 pm-2:05 am
1 stop22h 50m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$457
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 11/9
7:41 am-5:35 pm
2 stops22h 54m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$469
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 10/4
5:01 pm-1:20 am
2 stops22h 19m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$476
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 12/2
11:56 am-9:15 am
3 stops34h 19m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$488
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sat 10/31
10:30 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops38h 15m
Istanbul
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$496
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN San Diego - IST Istanbul
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 9/20
7:40 pm-12:25 am
1 stop18h 45m
Istanbul
Wed 10/7
7:25 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop29h 30m
$1,097
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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 September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | 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 Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star |
- 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.
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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?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 62 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,432). 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?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Istanbul Airport flights typically cost between $970 and $1,250 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,046 on Lufthansa (Oct 4-Oct 11).
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 September 8, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Delta, andTurkish 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.
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
Boarding
7.8
Overall
7.8
Crew
8.4
Food
7.3
Comfort
7.7
Entertainment
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkayAbhisek,Aug 2026
JFK - AMS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$547 | Average$926 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$562 | Average$997 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$577 | Average$652 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$618 | Average$925 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$641 | Average$979 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$841 | Average$1,401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |