$366+ 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 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Apr 11 — Apr 181
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 March 12, 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 March 12, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/211:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
KLM
Tue 4/286:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$669
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/211:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/284:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$671
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
KLM
Wed 4/295:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$673
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$675
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 4/96:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$679
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Thu 4/98:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 55m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$682
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/92:47 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 13m
KLM
Thu 4/168:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$687
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/91:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 4/166:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$688
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/273:30 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 50m
KLM
Mon 5/46:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 59m
KLM
Deal found 3/10![KLM logo]()
$694
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/87:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops34h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 9/294:30 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 13m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$723
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Mon 5/115:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/11![Delta logo]()
$728
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Mon 4/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$729
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 March 12, 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 March 12, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Mon 4/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$729
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/211:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Mon 5/112:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$765
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/159:46 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 4/305:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$796
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/1712:05 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops38h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/291:35 pm
SAW
- SAN
2 stops40h 12m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,402
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/281:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Sat 5/98:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops24h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/9![KLM logo]()
$790
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Wed 4/159:46 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops21h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 4/195:50 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops28h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$846
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 53m
Delta
Wed 5/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/8![Delta logo]()
$889
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/111:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Wed 4/225:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$831
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 4/115:00 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops38h 00m
United Airlines
Wed 4/225:40 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops23h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8![United Airlines logo]()
$902
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/71:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sun 5/104:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops20h 32m
KLM
Deal found 3/10![KLM logo]()
$843
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1311:01 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops19h 19m
Delta
Wed 5/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$988
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/173:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop15h 55m
KLM
Thu 4/26:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$877
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/121:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
Wed 5/278:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$899
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops37h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 8/221:35 pm
SAW
- SAN
2 stops41h 21m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/8![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,462
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/133:20 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops39h 45m
KLM
Wed 5/272:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$919
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:51 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops39h 19m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/241:35 pm
SAW
- SAN
2 stops40h 17m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/9![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,479
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 5/113:20 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops19h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/168:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops24h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$963
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/810:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops36h 55m
KLM
Sat 5/308:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops47h 36m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$1,076
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2711:58 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops23h 02m
KLM
Fri 5/88:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 10m
KLM
Deal found 3/9![KLM logo]()
$1,206
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated March 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated March 12, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 4/96:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$679
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 4/21:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Thu 4/98:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 55m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$682
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/92:47 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 13m
KLM
Thu 4/168:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 52m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$687
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Thu 4/91:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 4/166:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Deal found 3/11![KLM logo]()
$688
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2010:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Mon 4/275:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/9![Delta logo]()
$729
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/211:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
KLM
Tue 4/286:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 3/7![KLM logo]()
$669
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/211:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/284:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$671
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:05 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops31h 25m
Delta
Mon 5/115:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 3/11![Delta logo]()
$728
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
KLM
Wed 4/295:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 3/8![KLM logo]()
$673
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/226:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/294:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$675
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/273:30 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 50m
KLM
Mon 5/46:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 59m
KLM
Deal found 3/10![KLM logo]()
$694
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Mon 4/271:40 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 50m
Delta
Fri 5/84:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 20m
Delta
Deal found 3/10![Delta logo]()
$738
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 March 12, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 12, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 5/121:00 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 5/106:15 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops48h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/1311:18 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops43h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Thu 5/146:15 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops48h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$384
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 5/116:15 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops51h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/310:13 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops45h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 5/1311:18 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops37h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$448
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Sun 5/106:15 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops35h 25m
Multiple Airlines
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$454
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/310:13 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops43h 37m
Multiple Airlines
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$461
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Fri 5/158:54 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops37h 06m
Multiple Airlines
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$461
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 5/116:15 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops31h 20m
Multiple Airlines
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$494
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Sun 5/36:25 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 55m
KLM
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$501
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 March 12, 2026.
Round-trip from | $669 (KLM) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $366 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $642 |
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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 March 12, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 4/20
10:05 am-3:30 am
2 stops31h 25m
Istanbul
Mon 4/27
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$729
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Tue 4/21
1:40 pm-5:05 pm
1 stop17h 25m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Mon 5/11
2:40 pm-11:50 am
1 stop31h 10m
$765
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Tue 4/28
1:40 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sat 5/9
8:50 am-11:42 pm
2 stops24h 52m
$790
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 4/15
9:46 am-9:25 pm
2 stops25h 39m
Istanbul
Thu 4/30
5:40 am-8:04 pm
2 stops24h 24m
$796
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sat 4/11
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Wed 4/22
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$831
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 4/7
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Sun 5/10
4:25 am-2:57 pm
2 stops20h 32m
$843
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 4/15
9:46 am-4:55 pm
2 stops21h 09m
Istanbul
Sun 4/19
5:50 am-12:29 am
2 stops28h 39m
$846
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 3/17
3:00 pm-4:55 pm
1 stop15h 55m
Istanbul
Thu 4/2
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$877
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/12
1:37 pm-3:30 am
2 stops27h 53m
Istanbul
Wed 5/27
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$889
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Tue 5/12
1:40 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop21h 20m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Wed 5/27
8:50 am-11:50 am
1 stop37h 00m
$899
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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 March 6, 2026.
Booking 35 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 $823). 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.
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 March 12, 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
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
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 March 12, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$575 | Average$922 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$577 | Average$1,072 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$589 | Average$908 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$726 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$883 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$711 | Average$934 | 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% |