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$316+ 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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$812
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$316
(Kiwi.com)

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December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$958
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Istanbul
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 September 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:00 pmSAN - IST
1 stop20h 10mBritish Airways
Sat 11/157:35 amIST - SAN
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/10$812
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/87:58 amSAN - IST
2 stops27h 47mLufthansa
Sat 11/156:30 amIST - SAN
2 stops22h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 9/10$820
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/317:00 pmSAN - IST
1 stop36h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 11/146:40 pmIST - SAN
1 stop32h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/11$827
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/288:10 amSAN - IST
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/88:30 pmIST - SAN
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$830
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 12/110:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops19h 55mKLM
Sun 12/74:50 amIST - SAN
2 stops24h 21mKLM
Deal found 9/10$833
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/81:40 pmSAN - SAW
2 stops21h 25mKLM
Wed 10/158:45 amSAW - SAN
1 stop37h 15mKLM
Deal found 9/9$834
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/151:40 pmSAN - SAW
2 stops21h 25mKLM
Wed 10/228:45 amSAW - SAN
2 stops21h 49mKLM
Deal found 9/9$844
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/3110:10 amSAN - IST
2 stops20h 45mKLM
Thu 11/134:50 amIST - SAN
2 stops22h 15mKLM
Deal found 9/11$845
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/75:15 pmSAN - SAW
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/157:00 pmSAW - SAN
3 stops30h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$864
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/91:55 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Thu 10/164:20 amIST - SAN
2 stops21h 59mKLM
Deal found 9/9$869
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2912:07 pmSAN - IST
3 stops24h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:30 amIST - SAN
2 stops20h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$872
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/21:55 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Thu 10/94:20 amIST - SAN
2 stops20h 59mKLM
Deal found 9/10$879

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Istanbul that are best for you.

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San Diego

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SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Fri 10/31

7:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop36h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$827

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sat 12/13

9:23 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 02m

Istanbul

Sat 12/20

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$831

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Wed 10/8

1:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/15

8:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$834

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Wed 10/15

1:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops21h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/22

8:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$834

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Fri 10/31

10:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

4:50 am-4:05 pm

2 stops22h 15m

$845

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 10/29

12:07 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops24h 38m

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

6:30 am-3:45 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$872

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 10/2

1:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 10/9

4:20 am-3:19 pm

2 stops20h 59m

$879

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Thu 9/25

1:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sat 10/18

8:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$890

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Tue 10/7

1:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/15

12:45 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop33h 15m

$890

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Sun 9/28

1:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 10/8

8:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop37h 10m

$890

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul (average of $916). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Istanbul, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 10% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul?

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Istanbul, such as Delta, Turkish Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,968 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Istanbul?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Istanbul from San Diego. Booking flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Istanbul from 8 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Istanbul?

    British Airways, KLM, and United Airlines can get you from San Diego to Istanbul in just under 21h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 15h. Airlines will cover a distance of 6915 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, KLM ($696), Delta ($712), and Air Canada ($725) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Istanbul. KLM is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Istanbul?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul (average of $916). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,359). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$696Average$942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$712Average$922FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$755Average$977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$805Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$824Average$1,137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$857Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$959Average$1,283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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