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$423+ 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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SAN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$670
(Delta)

One-way from

$423
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$853
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 September 17, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:15 amIST - SAN
1 stop19h 45mBritish Airways
Sat 10/117:50 pmSAN - IST
1 stop19h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$696
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/258:15 amIST - SAN
2 stops23h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/114:20 pmSAN - IST
2 stops22h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$710
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/185:05 pmIST - SAN
1 stop28h 55mDelta
Sat 10/2510:20 pmSAN - IST
2 stops32h 35mDelta
Deal found 9/17$721
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 9/256:10 amIST - SAN
1 stop15h 50mDelta
Sat 10/111:40 pmSAN - IST
2 stops27h 45mDelta
Deal found 9/16$727
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/14:20 amIST - SAN
2 stops28h 39mDelta
Sun 10/1210:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops31h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/15$738
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:10 amIST - SAN
1 stop19h 00mBritish Airways
Fri 11/76:00 pmSAN - IST
1 stop19h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$766
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/315:55 pmIST - SAN
2 stops36h 52mDelta
Fri 11/76:15 amSAN - IST
2 stops23h 40mDelta
Deal found 9/16$771
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/108:25 pmIST - SAN
2 stops29h 21mBritish Airways
Sun 10/127:50 pmSAN - IST
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/16$778
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/14:20 amIST - SAN
2 stops21h 05mKLM
Sun 10/121:55 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 10mKLM
Deal found 9/15$945
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/316:30 amIST - SAN
3 stops42h 58mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/74:01 pmSAN - IST
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$964
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/104:20 amIST - SAN
2 stops23h 50mDelta
Sun 10/1210:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops31h 25mDelta
Deal found 9/16$970

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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 September 17, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Thu 3/5

5:55 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops53h 20m

San Diego

Mon 3/9

10:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 55m

$670

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Thu 3/5

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San Diego

Mon 3/9

7:00 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 05m

$695

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Sat 10/18

5:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 55m

San Diego

Sat 10/25

10:20 pm-4:55 pm

2 stops32h 35m

$721

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-7:30 pm

3 stops48h 00m

$456

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Tue 12/2

9:45 pm-8:05 am

3 stops45h 20m

$475

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Mon 2/9

8:50 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops57h 40m

$476

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Sat 2/14

9:45 pm-11:47 am

2 stops49h 02m

$489

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Thu 11/20

7:35 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$491

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Mon 12/1

3:15 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop35h 55m

$492

IstanbulSan Diego

IST - SAN

ISTSAN

Istanbul

Fri 12/5

2:55 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$492

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Deals found on 9/15

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Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to San Diego

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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, 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 September 17, 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
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,961 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
1,386 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,367 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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.

  • How long is the flight from Istanbul Airport to San Diego?

    There are many flights that can get you from Istanbul Airport to San Diego in 19h 35m. Fly via Delta or British Airways to get the fastest option. Istanbul Airport and San Diego are separated by a distance of 6878 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $684 round-trip. Users have found that British Airways is 22% 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest$649Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$662Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$684Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$741Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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