$347+ 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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
mar. 10 — mar. 171
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 februar 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 februar 8, 2026.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 4/711:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops29h 05m
Lufthansa
man. 4/203:45 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/8![Lufthansa logo]()
$556
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 3/96:23 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 07m
British Airways
man. 3/166:40 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 2/7![British Airways logo]()
$558
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 4/85:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
tor. 4/233:45 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops28h 53m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$562
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 4/810:40 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
fre. 4/244:30 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 4/271:20 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 05m
United Airlines
fre. 5/81:55 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6![United Airlines logo]()
$566
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 4/274:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop21h 40m
British Airways
fre. 5/88:10 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops25h 23m
British Airways
Deal found 2/6![British Airways logo]()
$572
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 4/275:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
tor. 5/73:45 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/6![Lufthansa logo]()
$575
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 3/123:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
man. 3/239:00 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop38h 05m
KLM
Deal found 2/7![KLM logo]()
$596
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 4/2710:05 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
fre. 5/88:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/7![KLM logo]()
$601
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 4/281:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
lør. 5/98:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops24h 52m
KLM
Deal found 2/6![KLM logo]()
$629
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
ons. 4/158:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$685
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 3/49:50 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 35m
KLM
ons. 3/1112:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$726
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 februar 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 februar 8, 2026.
This Fareboom deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Fareboom is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 4/810:40 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
fre. 4/244:30 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 4/271:20 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 05m
United Airlines
fre. 5/81:55 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6![United Airlines logo]()
$566
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 4/274:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop21h 40m
British Airways
fre. 5/88:10 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops25h 23m
British Airways
Deal found 2/6![British Airways logo]()
$572
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
tir. 3/103:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 55m
Delta
man. 3/235:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$577
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 4/2710:05 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops24h 55m
KLM
fre. 5/88:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 49m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$601
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
tir. 3/103:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 55m
Delta
ons. 3/255:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
ons. 4/811:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 25m
United Airlines
fre. 4/245:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops27h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7![United Airlines logo]()
$578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
tir. 4/711:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 15m
United Airlines
tir. 4/215:40 am
IST
- SAN
3 stops24h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8![United Airlines logo]()
$578
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 3/173:45 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops26h 05m
Delta
ons. 3/255:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/6![Delta logo]()
$581
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 4/2810:05 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 00m
KLM
lør. 5/98:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops24h 52m
KLM
Deal found 2/7![KLM logo]()
$685
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
ons. 3/116:20 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
ons. 3/255:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$581
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
ons. 4/158:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$685
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
søn. 3/1510:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 55m
Delta
man. 3/235:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$581
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 3/49:50 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 35m
KLM
ons. 3/1112:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$726
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated februar 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated februar 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lør. 2/282:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
tir. 3/179:00 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops25h 11m
KLM
Deal found 2/6![KLM logo]()
$732
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ons. 3/49:50 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 35m
KLM
ons. 3/1112:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/5![KLM logo]()
$726
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
søn. 3/810:30 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops38h 15m
United Airlines
søn. 3/156:30 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops36h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6![United Airlines logo]()
$578
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 3/96:23 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 07m
British Airways
man. 3/166:40 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 2/7![British Airways logo]()
$558
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
man. 3/96:15 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
man. 3/1612:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$729
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
tir. 3/103:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 55m
Delta
ons. 3/255:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$577
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
tir. 3/103:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 55m
Delta
tir. 3/244:50 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$586
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
ons. 3/116:20 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
ons. 3/255:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$581
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
ons. 3/1110:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 55m
Delta
tir. 3/244:50 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$591
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tor. 3/123:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
man. 3/239:00 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop38h 05m
KLM
Deal found 2/7![KLM logo]()
$596
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
man. 3/1610:25 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops43h 25m
Delta
tir. 3/244:50 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
tir. 3/173:45 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops26h 05m
Delta
ons. 3/254:50 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 21m
Delta
Deal found 2/6![Delta logo]()
$589
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 februar 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 februar 8, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
lør. 5/911:42 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops43h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
tor. 4/169:19 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops34h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
man. 2/166:25 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops49h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$375
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
fre. 5/87:00 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
fre. 3/135:42 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops58h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$399
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
fre. 5/85:15 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops35h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$403
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
søn. 3/89:59 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops35h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$406
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lør. 5/95:15 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$417
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
søn. 3/89:59 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops36h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$428
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
fre. 3/137:35 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
søn. 3/87:55 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops28h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/6![United Airlines logo]()
$469
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lør. 5/95:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
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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 (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 februar 8, 2026.
Round-trip from | $558 (oojo) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $347 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,154 |
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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 februar 8, 2026.
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San Diego
Fly to
Istanbul
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
ons. 4/8
10:40 am-3:40 am
2 stops31h 00m
Istanbul
fre. 4/24
4:30 am-11:55 pm
2 stops29h 25m
$563
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
man. 4/27
1:20 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops22h 05m
Istanbul
fre. 5/8
1:55 pm-12:28 am
2 stops20h 33m
$566
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
man. 4/27
4:45 pm-12:25 am
1 stop21h 40m
Istanbul
fre. 5/8
8:10 am-11:33 pm
2 stops25h 23m
$572
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
tir. 3/10
3:00 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop15h 55m
Istanbul
man. 3/23
5:55 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
$577
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
tir. 3/10
3:00 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop15h 55m
Istanbul
ons. 3/25
5:55 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
$577
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
ons. 4/8
11:00 am-9:25 pm
2 stops24h 25m
Istanbul
fre. 4/24
5:40 am-10:59 pm
2 stops27h 19m
$578
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
tir. 4/7
11:00 am-9:15 pm
2 stops24h 15m
Istanbul
tir. 4/21
5:40 am-8:39 pm
3 stops24h 59m
$578
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
tir. 3/17
3:45 pm-3:50 am
2 stops26h 05m
Istanbul
ons. 3/25
5:55 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
$581
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
ons. 3/11
6:20 am-4:55 pm
2 stops24h 35m
Istanbul
ons. 3/25
5:55 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
$581
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
søn. 3/15
10:00 am-4:55 pm
2 stops20h 55m
Istanbul
man. 3/23
5:55 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop29h 10m
$581
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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul
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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 February 6, 2026.
Booking 37 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul (average of $538). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $828). 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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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 februar 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Istanbul, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Entertainment
7.8
Crew
8.5
Food
7.2
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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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 februar 8, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$575 | Average$866 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$583 | Average$1,076 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$1,111 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$904 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$652 | Average$1,003 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$964 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$725 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$841 | Average$1,256 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |