$558+ 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 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SAN
May 14 — May 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San DiegoExplore 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 April 14, 2026.
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 April 14, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 5/126:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Fri 10/96:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/13![Delta logo]()
$778
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 4/306:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/281:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/11![Delta logo]()
$780
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Tue 4/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/12![Delta logo]()
$781
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/26:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/287:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/9![Delta logo]()
$782
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/208:10 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop19h 00m
British Airways
Mon 11/236:00 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop19h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 4/12![British Airways logo]()
$885
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/127:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Fri 10/94:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 4/10![British Airways logo]()
$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/226:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops27h 41m
Delta
Sun 5/3111:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/10![Delta logo]()
$892
Best flights from Istanbul to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 14, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 14, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 4/306:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/11![Delta logo]()
$780
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 5/26:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/281:37 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/11![Delta logo]()
$780
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 4/286:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Sun 5/311:40 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops27h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/13![Delta logo]()
$780
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/126:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Fri 10/91:35 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 45m
Delta
Deal found 4/12![Delta logo]()
$781
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/225:20 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 30m
Delta
Sun 5/3111:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/10![Delta logo]()
$887
Last-minute flights from Istanbul to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego. Data last updated April 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego. Data last updated April 14, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
KLM
Mon 7/1310:54 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops19h 26m
KLM
Deal found 4/13![KLM logo]()
$903
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 4/286:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops27h 06m
Delta
Sun 5/31:40 pm
SAN
- IST
2 stops25h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/13![Delta logo]()
$786
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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 4/306:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/281:40 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 40m
Delta
Deal found 4/11![Delta logo]()
$780
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 5/26:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Thu 5/287:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops23h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/9![Delta logo]()
$782
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 5/126:00 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop15h 50m
Delta
Fri 10/96:15 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops24h 05m
Delta
Deal found 4/13![Delta logo]()
$778
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/127:55 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop29h 00m
British Airways
Fri 10/94:45 pm
SAN
- IST
1 stop16h 10m
British Airways
Deal found 4/10![British Airways logo]()
$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/226:00 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops27h 41m
Delta
Sun 5/3111:00 am
SAN
- IST
2 stops28h 20m
Delta
Deal found 4/10![Delta logo]()
$892
One-way flights from Istanbul to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Istanbul to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 14, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Istanbul to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 14, 2026.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/98:05 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops49h 38m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/14![Qatar Airways logo]()
$558
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/108:15 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop28h 40m
British Airways
Deal found 4/9![British Airways logo]()
$559
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/88:15 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop19h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13![American Airlines logo]()
$572
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Mon 8/108:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops24h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$576
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/53:45 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops41h 38m
British Airways
Deal found 4/13![British Airways logo]()
$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/68:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops21h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13![American Airlines logo]()
$582
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:15 am
IST
- SAN
2 stops34h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13![American Airlines logo]()
$588
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/98:15 am
IST
- SAN
1 stop19h 35m
British Airways
Deal found 4/14![British Airways logo]()
$615
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/203:35 pm
IST
- SAN
1 stop33h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13![American Airlines logo]()
$621
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 5/59:15 pm
IST
- SAN
2 stops58h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$624
Find 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 April 14, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $778 (Delta) |
One-way from | $558 (eDestinos) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $1,022 |
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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 April 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San Diego that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Thu 4/30
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
San Diego
Thu 5/28
1:40 pm-4:20 pm
1 stop16h 40m
$780
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Sat 5/2
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
San Diego
Thu 5/28
1:37 pm-1:20 am
2 stops25h 43m
$780
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Tue 4/28
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
San Diego
Sun 5/3
11:40 am-1:20 am
2 stops27h 40m
$780
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Tue 5/12
6:00 am-11:50 am
1 stop15h 50m
San Diego
Fri 10/9
1:35 pm-1:20 am
2 stops25h 45m
$781
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Fri 5/22
5:20 pm-11:50 am
1 stop28h 30m
San Diego
Sun 5/31
11:00 am-1:20 am
2 stops28h 20m
$887
Cheapest one-way
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Thu 7/9
8:05 pm-11:43 am
2 stops49h 38m
$558
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Mon 8/10
8:15 pm-2:55 pm
1 stop28h 40m
$559
Quickest one-way
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Thu 7/9
8:15 am-5:50 pm
1 stop19h 35m
$615
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Tue 5/5
9:15 pm-12:48 pm
3 stops49h 33m
$626
IstanbulSan Diego
IST - SAN
ISTSAN
Istanbul
Tue 7/21
8:15 pm-2:10 pm
3 stops51h 55m
$668
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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to San Diego
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Istanbul to San Diego in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Istanbul Airport-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to San Diego
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
IST-SAN
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San Diego (average of $671). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of $872). 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 April 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and British Airways 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.
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
Entertainment
7.8
Food
7.2
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAaron,Oct 2024
TUS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$668 | Average$777 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$717 | Average$900 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% |