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$319+ 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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Feb 14 — Feb 211
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Sat 2/21
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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 January 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$519
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$319
(Kiwi.com)

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April

Average price

$766
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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 January 15, 2026.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/35:15 pm
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Lufthansa
Tue 5/123:45 am
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/14$519
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/76:22 pm
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2 stops21h 43m
Lufthansa
Mon 4/133:45 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop21h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/13$525
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/102:46 pm
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2 stops24h 14m
British Airways
Tue 3/176:40 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/12$527
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/106:00 pm
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1 stop20h 00m
British Airways
Tue 2/177:35 am
IST
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SAN
1 stop19h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$532
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/166:00 pm
SAN
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1 stop32h 45m
British Airways
Tue 3/32:55 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop36h 15m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$533
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/96:00 pm
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1 stop32h 45m
British Airways
Mon 2/236:40 pm
IST
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SAN
1 stop32h 30m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$535
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Mon 2/1611:05 am
SAN
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IST
2 stops24h 40m
Lufthansa
Tue 3/36:30 am
IST
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SAN
2 stops26h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/14$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2710:23 am
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2 stops25h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 5/85:40 am
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SAN
2 stops26h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$540
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:15 am
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2 stops27h 20m
United Airlines
Wed 5/135:40 am
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2 stops28h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$542
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/243:00 pm
SAN
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SAW
1 stop16h 25m
KLM
Wed 4/18:50 am
SAW
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SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 1/14$594
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 3/312:09 pm
SAN
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SAW
2 stops20h 51m
KLM
Mon 4/68:50 am
SAW
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SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 1/12$595
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sun 3/110:59 am
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SAW
2 stops19h 26m
KLM
Mon 3/912:55 pm
SAW
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SAN
1 stop34h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/14$599

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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Istanbul that are best for you.

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SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 2/16

6:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

2:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$533

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 4/27

10:23 am-9:25 pm

2 stops25h 02m

Istanbul

Fri 5/8

5:40 am-10:34 pm

2 stops26h 54m

$540

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 5/3

8:15 am-9:35 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 5/13

5:40 am-12:28 am

2 stops28h 48m

$542

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 3/23

6:15 am-10:45 pm

2 stops30h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 4/1

5:40 am-11:53 am

2 stops40h 13m

$545

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 3/22

10:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops38h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

5:40 am-11:53 am

2 stops40h 13m

$545

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 3/10

1:34 pm-1:00 am

2 stops25h 26m

Istanbul

Tue 3/17

7:35 am-8:20 pm

2 stops22h 45m

$546

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 1/28

1:58 pm-12:25 am

2 stops23h 27m

Istanbul

Wed 2/4

7:35 am-10:26 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$547

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 2/26

6:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop32h 55m

Istanbul

Mon 3/2

6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$547

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 1/28

12:46 pm-12:25 am

2 stops24h 39m

Istanbul

Fri 2/6

8:10 am-10:26 pm

2 stops25h 16m

$547

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/15

11:01 am-12:25 am

2 stops27h 24m

Istanbul

Tue 8/18

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops35h 41m

$547

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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 January 9, 2026.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul (average of $542). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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 January 15, 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,440 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,625 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,680 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,052 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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

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, United Airlines, and KLM can get you from San Diego to Istanbul in just under 16h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 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), Lufthansa ($645), and United Airlines ($652) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Istanbul. American Airlines is priced at 36% 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 ($485), 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 $542). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $834). 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$645Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
British AirwaysCheapest$688Average$1,081FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
KLMCheapest$696Average$910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$711Average$973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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