$421+ 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Jul 15 — Jul 221
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 June 15, 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 June 15, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 11/49:45 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 45m
KLM
Wed 11/183:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$943
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 11/49:45 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/185:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$948
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/102:05 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
Thu 11/269:00 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops22h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/10![KLM logo]()
$948
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 11/52:05 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/197:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops19h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$953
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/510:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops20h 55m
Air France
Thu 11/197:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 10m
Air France
Deal found 6/11![Air France logo]()
$958
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:36 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 24m
KLM
Mon 11/1612:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$965
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/25:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/175:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$968
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/133:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
KLM
Mon 11/165:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$972
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/235:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$977
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 10/185:00 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/317:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$980
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/44:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 20m
British Airways
Tue 8/185:45 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 6/10![British Airways logo]()
$982
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Thu 11/192:05 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/277:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$983
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 June 15, 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 June 15, 2026.
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/102:05 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/267:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$953
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:36 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 24m
KLM
Mon 11/1612:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$965
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/611:19 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops19h 36m
United Airlines
Wed 10/215:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$1,009
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Mon 7/204:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop21h 40m
British Airways
Mon 8/248:15 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops33h 04m
British Airways
Deal found 6/14![British Airways logo]()
$1,038
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/59:56 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops27h 14m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/191:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
2 stops34h 14m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/11![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,271
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 9/162:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 00m
KLM
Wed 9/238:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$987
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 8/23:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/184:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,028
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 8/318:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 25m
United Airlines
Mon 9/71:55 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops37h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$1,038
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sun 8/23:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
KLM
Tue 8/186:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$994
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/109:39 am
SAN
- IST
1 stop18h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/218:05 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop21h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,067
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 10/61:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
KLM
Wed 10/214:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 55m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$996
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/92:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 00m
KLM
Fri 9/188:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 47m
KLM
Deal found 6/12![KLM logo]()
$996
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Tue 11/109:56 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops27h 14m
Qatar Airways
Sat 11/211:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
2 stops34h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,345
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Sat 8/13:50 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 05m
KLM
Tue 11/39:00 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 52m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,024
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/61:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Wed 10/218:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,049
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Sat 8/221:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
KLM
Sat 9/266:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$1,074
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/111:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Mon 8/315:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/10![KLM logo]()
$1,078
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 11/52:05 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
Thu 11/199:00 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 52m
KLM
Deal found 6/14![KLM logo]()
$1,345
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 8/311:34 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 26m
KLM
Mon 9/72:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/15![KLM logo]()
$1,471
This KLM 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/810:54 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 11m
KLM
Wed 10/78:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops20h 05m
KLM
Deal found 6/10![KLM logo]()
$1,662
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/221:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Mon 8/312:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$1,730
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated June 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated June 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/73:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/37:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,013
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/710:54 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 11m
KLM
Thu 12/39:00 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops22h 18m
KLM
Deal found 6/12![KLM logo]()
$1,037
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/95:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
Wed 7/153:45 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,050
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1010:49 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops29h 16m
Lufthansa
Tue 11/104:45 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop22h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,048
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/131:36 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 24m
KLM
Mon 11/1612:55 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop34h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$965
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/133:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
KLM
Mon 11/165:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 15m
KLM
Deal found 6/11![KLM logo]()
$972
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/135:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/166:40 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop32h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,043
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/157:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop30h 15m
British Airways
Tue 8/117:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,002
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/154:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop33h 10m
British Airways
Thu 8/138:05 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,025
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1511:01 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops29h 04m
Lufthansa
Fri 11/134:45 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop22h 00m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$1,038
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 7/184:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 10m
British Airways
Tue 8/117:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,040
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/267:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop18h 45m
British Airways
Tue 8/118:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops25h 32m
British Airways
Deal found 6/11![British Airways logo]()
$1,012
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 June 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/18:16 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops58h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$421
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/236:15 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops49h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$432
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/56:50 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$446
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 9/19:37 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops47h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/52:19 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops43h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$453
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/135:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/13![Lufthansa logo]()
$457
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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.
Tue 7/215:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/13![Lufthansa logo]()
$468
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/42:15 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops38h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$469
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/266:27 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops21h 38m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/12![Lufthansa logo]()
$470
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/226:27 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops21h 38m
Lufthansa
Deal found 6/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$472
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/274:09 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops19h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/11![United Airlines logo]()
$478
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 7/133:50 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 30m
KLM
Deal found 6/13![KLM logo]()
$479
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 June 15, 2026.
Round-trip from | $943 (KLM) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $421 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $1,428 |
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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 15, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 11/10
2:05 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop15h 50m
Istanbul
Thu 11/26
7:15 am-8:25 pm
2 stops24h 10m
$953
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Mon 7/13
1:36 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops21h 24m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 11/16
12:55 pm-12:10 pm
1 stop34h 15m
$965
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Wed 9/16
2:00 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops21h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Wed 9/23
8:50 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 00m
$987
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 8/2
3:50 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 8/18
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$994
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 10/6
1:40 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop16h 40m
Istanbul
Wed 10/21
4:25 am-3:20 pm
2 stops20h 55m
$996
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Wed 9/9
2:00 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops21h 00m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Fri 9/18
8:50 am-8:37 pm
2 stops21h 47m
$996
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 10/6
11:19 am-4:55 pm
2 stops19h 36m
Istanbul
Wed 10/21
5:40 am-5:26 pm
2 stops21h 46m
$1,009
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Sat 8/1
3:50 pm-10:55 pm
2 stops21h 05m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Tue 11/3
9:00 am-9:52 pm
2 stops23h 52m
$1,024
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 8/2
3:50 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 30m
Istanbul
Tue 8/18
4:25 am-3:56 pm
2 stops21h 31m
$1,028
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 7/20
4:45 pm-12:25 am
1 stop21h 40m
Istanbul
Mon 8/24
8:15 pm-7:19 pm
2 stops33h 04m
$1,038
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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 $529). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $837). 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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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?
Booking 58 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.
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 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Istanbul, such as Delta,KLM, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
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 June 15, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$559 | Average$868 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$562 | Average$1,068 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$572 | Average$724 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$589 | Average$739 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$706 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$641 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$725 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$841 | Average$1,401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |