$435+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
May 30 — Jun 61
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 April 30, 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 April 30, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/52:45 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 15m
KLM
Sun 5/178:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$844
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/71:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$845
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 7/43:00 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops26h 30m
Delta
Sat 10/36:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$859
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 10/47:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops34h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 10/144:30 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops28h 25m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 4/25![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$878
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sat 8/221:35 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 55m
Delta
Sat 9/266:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$879
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:15 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops24h 50m
KLM
Thu 5/218:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops43h 11m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$883
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:59 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$890
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/710:59 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 31m
Air France
Thu 5/214:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 02m
Air France
Deal found 4/26![Air France logo]()
$898
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/21:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 53m
Delta
Tue 6/166:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$909
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/91:36 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 54m
Delta
Wed 6/245:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$910
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/52:45 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 15m
KLM
Sat 5/238:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 46m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$963
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/85:01 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops17h 59m
KLM
Sat 5/308:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 36m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$973
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 April 30, 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 April 30, 2026.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/85:01 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Sat 5/306:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$970
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/2010:54 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 36m
Delta
Mon 8/35:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$995
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 5/36:52 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops38h 28m
Qatar Airways
Tue 7/218:05 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops49h 38m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/25![Qatar Airways logo]()
$1,134
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/85:01 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops17h 59m
KLM
Sat 5/308:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 36m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$973
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/121:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Mon 8/245:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/25![Delta logo]()
$1,025
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/282:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 30m
KLM
Thu 6/48:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$1,019
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
Delta
Sun 5/106:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 39m
Delta
Deal found 4/26![Delta logo]()
$1,134
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 6/103:51 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 29m
KLM
Wed 6/175:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,060
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 6/13:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops19h 30m
KLM
Sun 6/78:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops20h 26m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,064
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Sat 5/236:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,101
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/91:40 pm
SAN
- SAW
1 stop21h 15m
KLM
Thu 5/148:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$1,148
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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
Tue 5/268:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/30![KLM logo]()
$1,159
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/33:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops19h 30m
KLM
Mon 6/158:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$1,249
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/52:45 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops22h 10m
KLM
Sun 5/108:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 36m
KLM
Deal found 4/26![KLM logo]()
$1,352
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/301:37 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 18m
KLM
Sat 6/138:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops20h 26m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$1,814
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 7/193:50 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 05m
KLM
Mon 8/178:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops20h 04m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$2,334
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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
Mon 8/242:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$2,434
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/11:37 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 23m
KLM
Wed 6/178:50 am
SAW
- SAN
1 stop37h 00m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$2,554
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/201:37 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops21h 23m
KLM
Wed 9/302:40 pm
SAW
- SAN
1 stop31h 10m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$2,554
Last-minute flights from San Diego to IstanbulDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated April 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul. Data last updated April 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/52:45 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 15m
KLM
Sun 5/178:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$844
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/52:45 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 15m
KLM
Sat 5/238:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops21h 46m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$963
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/51:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Tue 5/196:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$971
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/52:10 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 50m
KLM
Tue 5/198:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops19h 13m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$979
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/71:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop25h 40m
KLM
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
KLM
Deal found 4/29![KLM logo]()
$845
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:15 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops24h 50m
KLM
Thu 5/218:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops43h 11m
KLM
Deal found 4/28![KLM logo]()
$883
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/710:59 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/216:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops22h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$890
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/710:59 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 31m
Air France
Thu 5/214:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops29h 02m
Air France
Deal found 4/26![Air France logo]()
$898
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/85:01 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 19m
KLM
Sat 5/306:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$970
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/85:01 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops17h 59m
KLM
Sat 5/308:50 am
SAW
- SAN
2 stops23h 36m
KLM
Deal found 4/27![KLM logo]()
$973
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/2610:59 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops30h 31m
Delta
Fri 6/264:25 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops26h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/28![Delta logo]()
$920
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 5/281:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 53m
Delta
Thu 6/46:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$979
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 April 30, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/21:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$435
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/23:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops45h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$479
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 6/41:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/29![Delta logo]()
$505
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/32:14 pm
SAN
- SAW
3 stops43h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$509
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/23:30 pm
SAN
- IST
3 stops59h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$539
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/35:00 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops22h 20m
KLM
Deal found 4/25![KLM logo]()
$555
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/38:50 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops52h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$596
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Wed 6/36:25 am
SAN
- IST
3 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
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$606
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/46:15 am
SAN
- SAW
3 stops29h 45m
Multiple Airlines
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$607
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Mon 6/15:15 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop22h 50m
Lufthansa
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$618
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/38:50 am
SAN
- SAW
2 stops26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
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$619
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 6/12:30 pm
SAN
- SAW
2 stops20h 30m
KLM
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$629
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 April 30, 2026.
Round-trip from | $859 (Delta) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $435 (Delta) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $682 |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Fri 5/8
5:01 pm-1:20 am
2 stops22h 19m
Istanbul
Sat 5/30
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$970
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Fri 5/8
5:01 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops17h 59m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sat 5/30
8:50 am-10:26 pm
2 stops23h 36m
$973
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Mon 7/20
10:54 am-3:30 am
2 stops30h 36m
Istanbul
Mon 8/3
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$995
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Thu 5/28
2:30 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops20h 30m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Thu 6/4
8:50 am-6:03 pm
2 stops19h 13m
$1,019
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/12
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Mon 8/24
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$1,025
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Wed 6/10
3:51 pm-1:20 am
2 stops23h 29m
Istanbul
Wed 6/17
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
$1,060
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - SAW
SANSAW
San Diego
Mon 6/1
3:30 pm-9:00 pm
2 stops19h 30m
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Sun 6/7
8:50 am-7:16 pm
2 stops20h 26m
$1,064
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/5
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Sat 5/23
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
$1,101
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Sun 5/3
6:52 am-7:20 am
2 stops38h 28m
Istanbul
Tue 7/21
8:05 pm-11:43 am
2 stops49h 38m
$1,134
San DiegoIstanbul
SAN - IST
SANIST
San Diego
Tue 5/5
1:40 pm-1:20 am
1 stop25h 40m
Istanbul
Sun 5/10
6:00 am-8:39 pm
2 stops24h 39m
$1,134
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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?
Booking 62 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 $529). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul in July is currently the most expensive (average of $733). 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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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 April 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Istanbul, such as Delta,KLM, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.8
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 April 30, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$560 | Average$1,045 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$572 | Average$772 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$589 | Average$774 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$709 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$612 | Average$901 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$705 | Average$998 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$725 | Average$941 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% | |
| Cheapest$1,005 | Average$1,401 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% |