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$494+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to San Diego (SAN)

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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SAN
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to San Diego (SAN). 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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$719
(Delta)

One-way from

$494
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$963
From Istanbul to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:05 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Sun 9/141:55 pmSAN - IST
1 stop25h 25mDelta
Deal found 8/13$719
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:05 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mKLM
Sun 11/238:50 amSAN - IST
2 stops21h 05mKLM
Deal found 8/13$826
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:05 pmIST - SAN
2 stops39h 49mDelta
Sun 11/2310:10 pmSAN - IST
2 stops31h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/13$830
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:05 pmIST - SAN
2 stops35h 12mDelta
Thu 11/201:05 pmSAN - IST
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Deal found 8/13$836
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:05 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Sat 11/221:50 pmSAN - IST
2 stops51h 00mDelta
Deal found 8/14$848
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Tue 8/267:55 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Sat 11/226:00 pmSAN - IST
1 stop36h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/14$867
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 8/267:55 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mBritish Airways
Sun 11/236:00 pmSAN - IST
1 stop32h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/13$868
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/289:20 pmIST - SAN
2 stops32h 18mAir Canada
Tue 11/256:10 pmSAN - IST
2 stops36h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/14$870

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to San Diego 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Istanbul

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Sat 8/30

5:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Diego

Sun 9/14

10:55 am-1:20 am

2 stops28h 25m

$719

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Mon 8/25

5:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Diego

Sun 11/23

8:50 am-4:55 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$826

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

5:05 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops32h 49m

San Diego

Sun 11/23

10:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

5:05 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops32h 49m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

6:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Mon 8/25

5:05 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops39h 49m

San Diego

Sun 11/23

10:10 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops31h 45m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Fri 8/29

6:10 am-8:44 pm

2 stops24h 34m

San Diego

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Tue 8/26

5:05 pm-3:54 pm

2 stops32h 49m

San Diego

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Fri 8/29

6:10 am-10:54 pm

2 stops26h 44m

San Diego

Wed 11/19

6:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 40m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Fri 8/29

6:10 am-6:01 pm

2 stops21h 51m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

8:50 am-4:55 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$830

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Mon 8/25

5:05 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops39h 49m

San Diego

Mon 11/24

8:50 am-4:55 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$830

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Istanbul Airport to San Diego?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and American Airlines from Istanbul Airport to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,381 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,266 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from Istanbul?

    Located just 2.6 mi from the city center, San Diego is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Diego from Istanbul. Booking flights from Istanbul to San Diego (SAN) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Istanbul from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Istanbul Airport to San Diego is British Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $649 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $662 and $674 round-trip. Users have found that British Airways is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego 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 Istanbul Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Istanbul to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to San Diego. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$649Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$662Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$674Average$763FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$741Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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