$349+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul
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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap 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 (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $838 (Delta) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $349 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | August |
Cheapest in | November |
Average price | $1,001 |
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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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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 June 12, 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 8/17
10:00 am-3:25 am
2 stops31h 25m
Istanbul
Sun 8/31
4:20 am-10:39 pm
2 stops28h 19m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Thu 10/9
1:12 pm-7:25 pm
2 stops20h 13m
Istanbul
Tue 10/21
7:55 pm-2:50 pm
1 stop28h 55m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 9/17
8:10 am-10:40 pm
2 stops28h 30m
Istanbul
Wed 9/24
9:20 pm-11:31 am
2 stops48h 11m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sat 7/26
8:00 am-9:20 pm
2 stops27h 20m
Istanbul
Tue 9/30
2:00 pm-3:59 pm
2 stops35h 59m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 8/6
8:10 am-3:35 pm
2 stops21h 25m
Istanbul
Mon 9/1
9:20 pm-7:35 pm
2 stops32h 15m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Sat 9/20
5:15 pm-1:55 pm
2 stops34h 40m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 9/29
3:00 pm-2:50 pm
1 stop33h 50m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Fri 8/22
2:11 pm-1:05 pm
2 stops36h 54m
Istanbul
Sat 10/4
6:10 am-6:29 pm
2 stops22h 19m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Thu 10/9
1:55 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop21h 10m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Tue 10/21
8:45 am-6:56 pm
2 stops20h 11m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Thu 7/24
1:55 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop16h 25m
Istanbul
Sat 9/27
5:05 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop28h 55m
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Mon 9/1
2:21 pm-9:55 pm
2 stops21h 34m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Fri 10/10
8:45 am-1:20 pm
3 stops38h 35m
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Istanbul
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?
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 June 9, 2025.
Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,374). 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 SAN to IST?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
When flying from San Diego to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Istanbul?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Rainfall in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 0.4 in.
Temperature in Istanbul by month
Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Delta, KLM and Air France. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Top 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul
Discover the top 7 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 June 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$714 | Average$854 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$791 | Average$989 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$835 | Average$1,122 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$851 | Average$1,150 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$857 | Average$1,177 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$923 | Average$1,086 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$959 | Average$1,373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |