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Cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul from $361

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5:01 pm - 1:20 am
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22h 19m
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4:25 am - 3:56 pm
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SAN
21h 31m
2 stops
$941Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8
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9:45 am - 5:30 pm
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SAW
20h 45m
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9:00 am - 12:10 pm
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SAN
38h 10m
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$941KLM
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23
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5:15 pm - 2:05 am
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IST
22h 50m
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3:45 am - 3:25 pm
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SAN
21h 40m
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$947Lufthansa
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
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11:48 am - 4:20 pm
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IST
18h 32m
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6:00 am - 11:50 am
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SAN
15h 50m
1 stop
$948KLM
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8
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2:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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SAW
21h 00m
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8:50 am - 9:09 pm
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SAN
22h 19m
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$951KLM
Sun, Aug 23 - Tue, Sep 8
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10:00 am - 5:55 pm
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20h 55m
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7:15 am - 8:48 pm
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24h 33m
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$956Air France
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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5:15 pm - 2:05 am
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22h 50m
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3:45 am - 3:25 pm
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21h 40m
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$959Lufthansa
Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31
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5:15 pm - 2:05 am
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22h 50m
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5:40 am - 4:12 pm
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20h 32m
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$963Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:15 pm - 2:05 am
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22h 50m
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3:45 am - 3:25 pm
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21h 40m
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$965Lufthansa
Sun, Aug 23 - Mon, Sep 7
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5:15 pm - 2:05 am
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5:40 am - 8:36 pm
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$966Multiple Airlines
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Scandinavian Airlines flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best Scandinavian Airlines deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
Scandinavian Airlines
Sep 1
SAN11:06 amSan Diego
30h 34m
2 stops
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Sep 15
IST4:30 amIstanbul
23h 29m
2 stops
SAN5:59 pmSan Diego
$988
Scandinavian Airlines
Oct 9
SAN11:05 amSan Diego
30h 35m
2 stops
IST3:40 amIstanbul
Oct 13
IST4:30 amIstanbul
28h 25m
2 stops
SAN10:55 pmSan Diego
$1,018

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
United Airlines
Jul 29
SAN10:13 amSan Diego
25h 12m
2 stops
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
Aug 7
IST5:40 amIstanbul
24h 59m
2 stops
SAN8:39 pmSan Diego
$1,010
United Airlines
Sep 1
SAN7:00 amSan Diego
20h 00m
2 stops
IST1:00 pmIstanbul
Sep 29
IST5:40 amIstanbul
25h 05m
3 stops
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
$1,014
United Airlines
Sep 21
SAN3:56 pmSan Diego
19h 29m
2 stops
IST9:25 pmIstanbul
Sep 29
IST5:40 amIstanbul
25h 05m
3 stops
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
$1,016

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SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/23

5:01 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 19m

Istanbul

Tue 9/8

4:25 am-3:56 pm

2 stops21h 31m

$941

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Mon 11/2

9:45 am-5:30 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 11/23

9:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop38h 10m

$941

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/16

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 8/31

3:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$947
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San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/23

11:48 am-4:20 pm

2 stops18h 32m

Istanbul

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop15h 50m

$948

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - SAW

SANSAW

San Diego

Sun 8/23

2:00 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops21h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 9/8

8:50 am-9:09 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$951

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 11/4

10:00 am-5:55 pm

2 stops20h 55m

Istanbul

Wed 11/18

7:15 am-8:48 pm

2 stops24h 33m

$956

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/16

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 8/31

3:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$959

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 9/21

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 9/29

5:40 am-4:12 pm

2 stops20h 32m

$963

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 8/23

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/7

3:45 am-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$965

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 9/14

5:15 pm-2:05 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 9/22

5:40 am-8:36 pm

2 stops24h 56m

$966

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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 $529. 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 $535.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego 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 $902 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 $642 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

19h 50m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from San Diego to Istanbul takes 19h 50m
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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Frequently asked questions about flying 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 50m 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 $547Free CancellationRating
6.7
8,082 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $562Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,449 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $577Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,894 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $617Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,108 reviews
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KLMPriceFrom $641Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,531 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,270 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
7.4
4,428 reviews
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