Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Istanbul (IST) from $414

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SAN — IST
jun. 11 — jun. 181

The best prices from San Diego to Istanbul are usually found in November or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 (IST). 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 junio 6, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Round-trip from

$924

One-way from

$605
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
From San Diego to Istanbul
One-way flight from San Diego to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Istanbul Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Find a great deal and save up to 5% by booking at least 59 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from San Diego to Istanbul Airport within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,083.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

November can be a great time to fly to Istanbul Airport from San Diego with a flight ticket averaging about $1,147. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of November for as cheap as $525. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to IST?

When flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 5% versus a flight in the evening.

Cheap San Diego to Istanbul flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Diego to Istanbul specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on junio 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
mar. 7/99:03 amSAN - IST
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/208:50 pmIST - SAN
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$957
lun. 7/88:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/246:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,034
lun. 7/88:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/236:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,035
lun. 7/158:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/146:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,040
dom. 7/75:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
vie. 1/248:40 amIST - SAN
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,041
mié. 7/1712:34 pmSAN - IST
2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways
mar. 1/148:05 amIST - SAN
1 stop19h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,045
dom. 7/75:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
mar. 1/218:05 amIST - SAN
2 stops20h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,051
mié. 7/108:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 55mAir Canada
mar. 1/216:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops25h 52mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$1,055
mié. 7/1712:34 pmSAN - IST
2 stops20h 21mBritish Airways
jue. 1/168:05 amIST - SAN
2 stops20h 41mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,056

San Diego to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Diego and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from San Diego to Istanbul in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
sáb. 11/235:10 pmSAN - IST
2 stops37h 50mAir Canada
mar. 12/38:00 amIST - SAN
2 stops38h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$881
sáb. 11/2312:40 pmSAN - IST
2 stops42h 20mMultiple Airlines
mar. 12/38:00 amIST - SAN
2 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$886
sáb. 11/2310:55 pmSAN - IST
2 stops38h 45mBritish Airways
mar. 12/36:40 pmIST - SAN
1 stop32h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/4$944
mar. 7/99:03 amSAN - IST
1 stop21h 47mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/208:50 pmIST - SAN
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$957
sáb. 11/239:55 pmSAN - IST
2 stops32h 10mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/36:35 amIST - SAN
3 stops47h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$1,012
lun. 7/88:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/246:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops25h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,034
lun. 7/88:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/236:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops41h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,035
lun. 7/158:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/146:35 amIST - SAN
2 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,040
dom. 7/75:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop16h 00mBritish Airways
vie. 1/248:40 amIST - SAN
1 stop18h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,041

San Diego to Istanbul flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Diego to Istanbul for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Diego to Istanbul. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
mar. 6/1110:00 pmSAN - IST
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/264:50 amIST - SAN
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,201
mié. 6/127:00 amSAN - IST
2 stops20h 05mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/264:50 amIST - SAN
3 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,491
mar. 6/1110:45 amSAN - IST
2 stops24h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/266:10 amIST - SAN
2 stops26h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,514
mar. 6/118:05 pmSAN - IST
1 stop18h 20mBritish Airways
mié. 6/265:30 pmIST - SAN
1 stop31h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,586
mar. 6/114:35 pmSAN - IST
2 stops21h 50mBritish Airways
mié. 6/265:30 pmIST - SAN
1 stop31h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,590
mié. 6/1210:15 amSAN - IST
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
mié. 6/266:10 amIST - SAN
2 stops23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,610
vie. 6/1410:00 pmSAN - IST
2 stops35h 15mAir Canada
lun. 7/17:10 amIST - SAN
2 stops49h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 6/5$1,615
vie. 6/1410:52 pmSAN - IST
2 stops32h 53mBritish Airways
lun. 7/15:35 pmIST - SAN
1 stop31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,618
dom. 6/168:35 amSAN - IST
2 stops35h 45mQatar Airways
dom. 6/238:05 pmIST - SAN
2 stops45h 33mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/5$1,633

One-way flights to Istanbul from San Diego

Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Istanbul. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from San Diego to Istanbul. Users can also find round-trip San Diego to Istanbul flights by using the search form above.
lun. 10/710:15 amSAN - IST
3 stops31h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$414
mar. 9/1711:13 amSAN - IST
2 stops22h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$421
mar. 9/176:15 amSAN - IST
3 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$435
lun. 10/77:05 amSAN - IST
2 stops23h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/6$605
mié. 9/1811:20 amSAN - IST
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$642
lun. 10/78:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop18h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$679
lun. 10/78:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/6$682
jue. 8/158:40 pmSAN - IST
2 stops47h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/5$751
mar. 9/108:15 pmSAN - IST
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/6$756

Find flights from San Diego to Istanbul within your budget

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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.

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$881 - $1,326

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San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

sáb. 11/23

2 stops37h 50m

Istanbul

mar. 12/3

2 stops38h 40m

$881

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

sáb. 11/23

2 stops42h 20m

Istanbul

mar. 12/3

2 stops38h 40m

$886

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

sáb. 11/23

2 stops38h 45m

Istanbul

mar. 12/3

1 stop32h 30m

$944

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

sáb. 11/23

2 stops32h 10m

Istanbul

mar. 12/3

3 stops47h 02m

$1,012

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 7/9

2 stops18h 05m

Istanbul

mié. 1/22

2 stops21h 35m

$1,065

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

jue. 7/11

2 stops19h 21m

Istanbul

mié. 1/22

2 stops20h 41m

$1,116

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

sáb. 9/14

2 stops33h 55m

Istanbul

sáb. 9/28

2 stops49h 45m

$1,173

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

jue. 8/15

2 stops24h 15m

Istanbul

dom. 9/1

2 stops35h 13m

$1,289

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

mar. 6/25

2 stops20h 30m

Istanbul

mar. 12/31

2 stops21h 41m

$1,326

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 6/5

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

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 May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 89 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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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Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 junio 6, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about British Airways, United Airlines and Air Canada. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.7
Good
4,312 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.5
Good
1,720 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from San Diego, you will be flying from San Diego, which is the city’s only airport. San Diego (SAN) is located 2.6 mi from the center of San Diego. There are 0 flights from San Diego to Istanbul per day from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $881, but on average you can expect to pay $1,023.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Diego to Istanbul Airport for under $1,300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport within the next 7 days for less than $1,300.

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

    Currently priced at $881, Air Canada will fly you from San Diego to Istanbul Airport and back. In addition to Air Canada, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $944 and $1,012, respectively. Air Canada is priced at 23% 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 Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $605 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $751 and British Airways from $756 one-way.

  • What does SAN to IST mean?

    San Diego Airport is SAN and Istanbul Airport is IST. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Istanbul that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Diego to Istanbul flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Diego to Istanbul with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Diego to Istanbul flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Istanbul that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Diego to Istanbul?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Diego to Istanbul flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport (average of $924). Flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,427). 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 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated junio 6, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$550Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
United AirlinesCheapest$554Average$1,293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air CanadaCheapest$571Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$664Average$1,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$785Average$975FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$992Average$1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,255Average$1,576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$1,275Average$1,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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