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$455+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana, CA (SNA) 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — IST
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Istanbul

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/3011:09 amSNA - IST
2 stops26h 51mBritish Airways
Fri 1/168:10 amIST - SNA
2 stops23h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/10$935
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/307:45 amSNA - IST
2 stops23h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 1/119:20 pmIST - SNA
2 stops29h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11$1,125
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/1111:10 amSNA - IST
2 stops19h 55mLufthansa
Thu 12/186:30 amIST - SNA
2 stops25h 12mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$1,140
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:35 amSNA - IST
2 stops29h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 12/246:45 pmIST - SNA
2 stops34h 13mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/9$1,288
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/306:45 amSNA - IST
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/163:20 pmIST - SNA
1 stop18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,320
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:19 pmSNA - IST
2 stops17h 46mLufthansa
Wed 12/176:30 amIST - SNA
2 stops22h 08mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$1,322
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/306:45 amSNA - IST
1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/123:20 pmIST - SNA
1 stop18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,534
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Wed 12/2410:55 amSNA - IST
2 stops24h 50mLufthansa
Wed 1/77:00 pmIST - SNA
2 stops37h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 12/9$1,571
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Tue 12/309:30 pmSNA - IST
1 stop33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/113:20 pmIST - SNA
1 stop18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,612
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1511:10 amSNA - IST
2 stops24h 35mLufthansa
Sun 12/216:30 amIST - SNA
2 stops25h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$1,667
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/2510:55 amSNA - IST
2 stops24h 50mLufthansa
Wed 12/316:30 amIST - SNA
2 stops25h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 12/10$1,744
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:19 pmSNA - IST
2 stops17h 46mLufthansa
Fri 12/197:00 pmIST - SNA
2 stops36h 46mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11$1,752

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$559
(oojo)

One-way from

$455
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,256
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Istanbul flight deals.
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From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Istanbul
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One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($199 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Istanbul

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Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

8:05 am-5:30 pm

2 stops22h 25m

Istanbul

Sun 1/25

8:20 am-10:56 pm

2 stops25h 36m

$559

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/11

6:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Istanbul

Sun 2/15

6:30 am-10:30 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$575

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/24

7:25 am-6:05 pm

3 stops23h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-12:15 pm

2 stops40h 45m

$581

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/13

7:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 2/20

6:40 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops34h 47m

$659

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 2/20

7:45 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

7:35 am-8:23 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$659

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

1:54 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 11m

Istanbul

Mon 1/19

6:40 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops34h 21m

$659

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 2/10

11:05 am-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

6:30 am-9:27 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$750

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/10

8:05 am-8:15 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 1/19

3:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$759

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/21

3:24 pm-1:10 am

2 stops23h 46m

Istanbul

Sun 4/5

8:15 am-8:23 pm

2 stops22h 08m

$799

Santa AnaIstanbul

SNA - IST

SNAIST

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 3/21

3:24 pm-1:10 am

2 stops23h 46m

Istanbul

Sat 3/28

2:55 pm-6:32 pm

2 stops37h 37m

$799

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Deals found on 12/10

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Santa Ana, California-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana, California-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana, California-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana, California-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Ana, California-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 Santa Ana to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Santa Ana with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Istanbul Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport (average of $558). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $906). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SNA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 December 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Turkish Airlines from Santa Ana to Istanbul Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
4,090 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.4

Boarding

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chandra,Nov 2025

ATL - IST

TV was not available in Indigo from Istanbul to Delhi. Seat was not moving back. It was jammed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Istanbul?

    Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), located 4.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul. 1 airline have flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Istanbul on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Istanbul should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport?

    British Airways and United Airlines can get you from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport in just under 22h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 55m. The distance from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport is about 6835 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Turkish Airlines ($967), offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport (average of $558). Flying from Santa Ana, California to Istanbul Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $906). 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 airline flying from Santa Ana to Istanbul

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$967Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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