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$419+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul

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SAN — IST
mar. 22 — mar. 291
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul

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 febrero 20, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
lun. 4/1311:01 am
SAN
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2 stops29h 04m
Lufthansa
mié. 4/223:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/18$549
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
mar. 4/215:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
mar. 4/283:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/17$551
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
mar. 4/215:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
lun. 4/273:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/19$552
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 4/195:15 pm
SAN
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IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
mié. 4/293:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/19$557
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
mar. 4/79:05 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops23h 20m
British Airways
lun. 4/207:00 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop32h 50m
British Airways
Deal found 2/16$558
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/1311:01 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops29h 04m
Lufthansa
lun. 4/273:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/19$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
lun. 4/276:20 am
SAN
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2 stops20h 40m
United Airlines
vie. 5/81:55 pm
IST
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SAN
2 stops31h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$570
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 4/1311:01 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops29h 04m
Lufthansa
jue. 4/233:45 am
IST
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SAN
2 stops29h 14m
Lufthansa
Deal found 2/19$572
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
sáb. 4/1110:30 pm
SAN
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2 stops37h 05m
United Airlines
jue. 4/231:55 pm
IST
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SAN
2 stops31h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/18$577
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
mar. 4/211:40 pm
SAN
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SAW
1 stop21h 20m
KLM
mié. 4/298:50 am
SAW
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SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 2/17$595
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
lun. 4/276:15 am
SAN
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SAW
2 stops24h 50m
KLM
vie. 5/88:50 am
SAW
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SAN
2 stops24h 37m
KLM
Deal found 2/17$601
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
jue. 4/161:40 pm
SAN
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SAW
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
lun. 4/272:40 pm
SAW
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SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 2/19$619

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 febrero 20, 2026.

Round-trip from

$549
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$419
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,154
From San Diego to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Diego to Istanbul
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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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 febrero 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Istanbul that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

lun. 4/27

6:20 am-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Istanbul

vie. 5/8

1:55 pm-11:25 am

2 stops31h 30m

$570

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

dom. 4/19

6:15 am-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Istanbul

mié. 4/29

1:55 pm-11:53 am

2 stops31h 58m

$577

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 4/14

11:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Istanbul

mar. 4/28

5:40 am-8:39 pm

3 stops24h 59m

$579

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

dom. 4/19

6:15 am-5:00 pm

2 stops24h 45m

Istanbul

mar. 4/28

5:40 am-8:39 pm

3 stops24h 59m

$579

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

lun. 4/27

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

jue. 5/7

3:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$580

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

dom. 4/19

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

lun. 4/27

5:55 pm-9:26 pm

2 stops37h 31m

$588

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

dom. 4/19

6:20 am-3:30 am

2 stops35h 10m

Istanbul

mar. 4/28

4:25 am-10:36 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$590

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

mar. 4/21

2:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

mié. 4/29

8:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 00m

$599

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

lun. 4/27

6:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops24h 50m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

vie. 5/8

8:50 am-11:27 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$602

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 4/28

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

vie. 5/8

3:45 am-8:38 pm

2 stops26h 53m

$610

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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 February 18, 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 $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.

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 febrero 20, 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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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.

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

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

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  • 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?

    United Airlines and KLM can get you from San Diego to Istanbul in just under 20h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20m. 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, American Airlines ($575), British Airways ($580), and Lufthansa ($612) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Istanbul. American Airlines is priced at 34% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to Istanbul are KLM ($437), British Airways ($481), and Delta ($538).

  • 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, 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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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 febrero 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$580Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$612Average$1,037FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
KLMCheapest$612Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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