Cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul from $428

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Delta Logo
11:40 am - 3:30 am
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IST
29h 50m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 11:50 am
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SAN
28h 30m
1 stop
$728Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29
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3:15 pm - 3:30 am
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26h 15m
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Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:15 pm
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SAN
25h 15m
2 stops
$737Delta
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 8
Delta Logo
3:15 pm - 3:30 am
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IST
26h 15m
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Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:41 pm
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SAN
27h 41m
2 stops
$738Delta
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 8
Delta Logo
1:40 pm - 3:30 am
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IST
27h 50m
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Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:50 am
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SAN
15h 50m
1 stop
$778Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 9
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10:05 am - 3:40 am
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IST
31h 35m
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4:30 am - 10:55 pm
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SAN
28h 25m
2 stops
$796Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, Sep 9
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10:05 am - 3:40 am
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IST
31h 35m
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Scandinavian Airlines Logo
4:30 am - 11:15 pm
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28h 45m
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$797Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, May 19
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10:05 am - 3:40 am
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IST
31h 35m
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4:30 am - 10:55 pm
IST
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28h 25m
2 stops
$826Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Tue, Sep 8
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1:40 pm - 9:00 pm
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SAW
21h 20m
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8:50 am - 11:50 am
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37h 00m
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$923KLM
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6
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2:45 pm - 9:00 pm
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20h 15m
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8:50 am - 10:00 pm
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$925KLM
Mon, Apr 27 - Fri, May 8
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8:50 am - 8:39 pm
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21h 49m
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$933KLM
Mon, Apr 27 - Thu, May 7

Lufthansa flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best Lufthansa deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
Lufthansa
Apr 27
SAN5:15 pmSan Diego
22h 50m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
May 7
IST3:45 amIstanbul
21h 40m
1 stop
SAN3:25 pmSan Diego
$886
Lufthansa
Apr 27
SAN5:15 pmSan Diego
22h 50m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
May 7
IST3:45 amIstanbul
21h 40m
1 stop
SAN3:25 pmSan Diego
$889
Lufthansa
Apr 29
SAN5:15 pmSan Diego
22h 50m
1 stop
IST2:05 amIstanbul
May 5
IST3:45 amIstanbul
21h 40m
1 stop
SAN3:25 pmSan Diego
$919

Delta flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best Delta deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
Delta
Apr 22
SAN11:40 amSan Diego
29h 50m
2 stops
IST3:30 amIstanbul
Apr 29
IST5:20 pmIstanbul
28h 30m
1 stop
SAN11:50 amSan Diego
$728
Delta
Apr 27
SAN3:15 pmSan Diego
26h 15m
2 stops
IST3:30 amIstanbul
May 8
IST6:00 amIstanbul
25h 15m
2 stops
SAN9:15 pmSan Diego
$737
Delta
Apr 27
SAN3:15 pmSan Diego
26h 15m
2 stops
IST3:30 amIstanbul
May 8
IST6:00 amIstanbul
27h 41m
2 stops
SAN11:41 pmSan Diego
$738

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SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/22

11:40 am-3:30 am

2 stops29h 50m

Istanbul

Wed 4/29

5:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop28h 30m

$728

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 4/27

3:15 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$737

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 4/27

3:15 pm-3:30 am

2 stops26h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 5/8

6:00 am-11:41 pm

2 stops27h 41m

$738

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 4/28

1:40 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$778

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/29

10:05 am-3:40 am

2 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 9/9

4:30 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$796

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/29

10:05 am-3:40 am

2 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 5/19

4:30 am-11:15 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$797

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 4/29

10:05 am-3:40 am

2 stops31h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 9/8

4:30 am-10:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

$826

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Wed 4/29

1:40 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops21h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 5/6

8:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop37h 00m

$923

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Mon 4/27

2:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 5/8

8:50 am-10:00 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$925
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San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Mon 4/27

2:45 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops20h 15m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 5/7

8:50 am-8:39 pm

2 stops21h 49m

$933

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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, January 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 $563. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $642.

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 $848 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 $701 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

19h 12m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Istanbul takes 19h 12m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Istanbul. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Istanbul.
  • 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 19h 12m 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.

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  • 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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British AirwaysPriceFrom $572Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,824 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $575Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,517 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $589Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,500 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $612Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,871 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $612Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,477 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $711Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,350 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,853 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,285 reviews
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