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$338+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IST
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 December 4, 2025.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/511:02 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 43mLufthansa
Sun 12/146:30 amIST - SAN
2 stops25h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$1,065
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/811:11 amSAN - IST
2 stops19h 44mLufthansa
Wed 12/107:00 pmIST - SAN
2 stops34h 28mLufthansa
Deal found 12/4$1,086
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2612:39 pmSAN - IST
2 stops24h 56mBritish Airways
Sat 1/102:55 pmIST - SAN
1 stop36h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/3$1,124
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/611:11 amSAN - IST
2 stops18h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amIST - SAN
2 stops22h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,125
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/177:20 amSAN - IST
2 stops33h 30mDelta
Tue 1/64:50 amIST - SAN
2 stops42h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/3$1,186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/223:37 pmSAN - IST
2 stops49h 13mDelta
Tue 1/64:50 amIST - SAN
2 stops42h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/3$1,194
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/51:57 pmSAN - IST
1 stop37h 08mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/148:30 amIST - SAN
1 stop22h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/52:16 pmSAN - IST
2 stops21h 29mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:30 amIST - SAN
3 stops24h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,226
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/264:15 pmSAN - IST
2 stops24h 35mDelta
Sat 1/105:55 pmIST - SAN
2 stops39h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/4$1,272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/1711:36 amSAN - IST
2 stops29h 14mDelta
Tue 1/65:55 pmIST - SAN
2 stops33h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/3$1,307
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/223:37 pmSAN - IST
2 stops49h 13mDelta
Tue 1/65:55 pmIST - SAN
2 stops33h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/3$1,315
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Fri 12/59:05 pmSAN - SAW
2 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1411:25 amSAW - SAN
2 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3$1,723

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 December 4, 2025.

Round-trip from

$525
(oojo)

One-way from

$338
(Kiwi.com)

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Average price

$886
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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 December 4, 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 DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 2/11

12:46 pm-12:25 am

2 stops24h 39m

Istanbul

Mon 2/23

6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$525

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 3/3

4:58 pm-1:00 am

2 stops21h 02m

Istanbul

Tue 5/12

7:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$527

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:00 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$530

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 1/11

6:00 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

8:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$530

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 05m

Istanbul

Fri 1/30

8:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$530

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 1/11

6:00 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop36h 30m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$532

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 1/11

9:24 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 01m

Istanbul

Sat 1/24

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$536

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Fri 1/9

6:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$545

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 1/11

6:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 1/31

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$545

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Fri 1/9

6:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop19h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 1/27

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$545

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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 November 28, 2025.

Booking 54 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 $852). 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 December 4, 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 15% versus a flight at noon.

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 December 4, 2025.
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
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,500 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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

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 and KLM can get you from San Diego to Istanbul in just under 19h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 59m. 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), United Airlines ($674), and KLM ($696) offers the cheapest pricing from San Diego to Istanbul. American Airlines is priced at 41% 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 British Airways ($557), Turkish Airlines ($563), and Delta ($603).

  • 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 $852). 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$575Average$940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$674Average$1,032FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
KLMCheapest$696Average$904FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$712Average$987FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$725Average$941FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
LufthansaCheapest$739Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$752Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$841Average$1,256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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