What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego to Istanbul?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from San Diego to Istanbul

What airlines fly to Istanbul?

British Airways, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from San Diego according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?

Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?

There are 8 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Istanbul.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$419 Cheap Flights from San Diego to Istanbul in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Istanbul?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $748 to $1,171. The lowest price recently found on this route was $557.

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6:23 am - 1:00 am

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32h 37m2 stops

6:40 pm - 5:10 pm

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SAN

32h 30m1 stop

$557British Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

7:00 pm - 1:00 am

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20h 00m1 stop

2:55 pm - 5:10 pm

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36h 15m1 stop

$560British Airways

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

6:00 pm - 1:10 am

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20h 10m1 stop

6:40 pm - 4:10 pm

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32h 30m1 stop

$562British Airways

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23

9:24 am - 5:25 pm

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21h 01m2 stops

8:10 am - 4:10 pm

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19h 00m1 stop

$566Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13

11:00 am - 9:25 pm

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24h 25m2 stops

5:40 am - 11:53 am

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40h 13m2 stops

$573United Airlines

Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 16

12:40 pm - 10:45 pm

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24h 05m2 stops

11:35 am - 11:53 am

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34h 18m2 stops

$575Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

5:01 pm - 1:20 am

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22h 19m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:50 am

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15h 50m1 stop

$604KLM

Wed, Apr 8 - Thu, Apr 16

3:00 pm - 12:15 am

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23h 15m1 stop

9:00 am - 12:11 am

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25h 11m2 stops

$605KLM

Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17

6:00 pm - 6:55 pm

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37h 55m2 stops

9:15 am - 9:59 am

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35h 44m2 stops

$1,157Iberia

Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2

7:02 am - 9:05 pm

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27h 03m2 stops

9:15 am - 8:34 am

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34h 19m2 stops

$1,164Iberia

Thu, Feb 19 - Mon, Feb 23

British Airways flights from San Diego to Istanbul

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British Airways

Mar 10

SAN2:46 pmSan Diego

24h 14m

2 stops

IST1:00 amIstanbul

Mar 17

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

32h 30m

1 stop

SAN5:10 pmSan Diego

$557

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British Airways

Mar 10

SAN7:00 pmSan Diego

20h 00m

1 stop

IST1:00 amIstanbul

Mar 17

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

32h 30m

1 stop

SAN5:10 pmSan Diego

$560

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British Airways

Feb 26

SAN6:00 pmSan Diego

32h 55m

1 stop

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

Mar 2

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

32h 30m

1 stop

SAN4:10 pmSan Diego

$562

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United Airlines flights from San Diego to Istanbul

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United Airlines

Apr 8

SAN11:00 amSan Diego

24h 25m

2 stops

IST9:25 pmIstanbul

Apr 16

IST5:40 amIstanbul

40h 13m

2 stops

SAN11:53 amSan Diego

$573

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United Airlines

Feb 26

SAN9:54 amSan Diego

25h 51m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Mar 2

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 21m

2 stops

SAN8:51 pmSan Diego

$577

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United Airlines

Mar 23

SAN2:11 pmSan Diego

22h 34m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Apr 1

IST5:40 amIstanbul

21h 32m

2 stops

SAN5:12 pmSan Diego

$652

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Tue 3/10

6:23 am-1:00 am

2 stops32h 37m

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6:40 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$557

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San Diego

Tue 3/10

7:00 pm-1:00 am

1 stop20h 00m

Istanbul

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2:55 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop36h 15m

$560

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San Diego

Thu 2/19

6:00 pm-1:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul

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6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$562

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San Diego

Fri 2/6

9:24 am-5:25 pm

2 stops21h 01m

Istanbul

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8:10 am-4:10 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$566

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San Diego

Wed 4/8

11:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Istanbul

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2 stops40h 13m

$573

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Tue 3/10

12:40 pm-10:45 pm

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Istanbul

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2 stops34h 18m

$575

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SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/8

5:01 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Istanbul

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6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$604

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SANSAW

San Diego

Tue 3/10

3:00 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/17

9:00 am-12:11 am

2 stops25h 11m

$605

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SAN - SAW

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Thu 2/26

6:00 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops37h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/2

9:15 am-9:59 am

2 stops35h 44m

$1,157

San DiegoIstanbul

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SANSAW

San Diego

Thu 2/19

7:02 am-9:05 pm

2 stops27h 03m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 2/23

9:15 am-8:34 am

2 stops34h 19m

$1,164

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Istanbul?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $782. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of April, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $815.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

The cheapest day to depart from San Diego to Istanbul is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,145. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Monday is $1,267.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Istanbul?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Istanbul is in the afternoon. Flights from San Diego to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,157. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,269 on average. Flights to Istanbul from San Diego in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Istanbul?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul for around $942 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul from San Diego for as low as $710 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	16h 25m
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The fastest flight from San Diego to Istanbul takes 16h 25m

There are no direct flights from San Diego to Istanbul. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Istanbul.

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How far is San Diego to Istanbul by plane?
The distance between San Diego and Istanbul is about 6898.8 mi. Typically, this will take 16h 25m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?
There are 8 operators available for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Istanbul?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Istanbul can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Istanbul. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $575	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,072 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $645	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,658 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $674	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,113 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $688	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,616 reviews	Search British Airways flights
KLM	PriceFrom $696	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 1,435 reviews	Search KLM flights
Delta	PriceFrom $711	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,018 reviews	Search Delta flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom $725	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,562 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $841	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 4,125 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights

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