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Cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul from $352

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1:55 pm - 4:05 pmSAN-IST
16h 10m1 stop
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4:50 am - 6:29 pmIST-SAN
24h 39m2 stops
$813
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Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 10
British Airways Logo
7:00 pm - 1:10 amSAN-IST
20h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
7:35 am - 12:45 pmIST-SAN
40h 10m2 stops
$815British Airways
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Thu, Oct 30 - Thu, Nov 27
Logo
5:49 pm - 7:10 amSAN-IST
26h 21m1 stop
Logo
8:50 pm - 9:48 amIST-SAN
47h 58m2 stops
$817
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Dec 3
Logo
10:00 am - 4:55 pmSAN-IST
19h 55m2 stops
Logo
4:50 am - 7:19 pmIST-SAN
25h 29m2 stops
$820
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
Logo
10:00 am - 4:55 pmSAN-IST
19h 55m2 stops
Logo
4:50 am - 7:19 pmIST-SAN
25h 29m2 stops
$823
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
Air Canada Logo
6:10 pm - 6:05 pmSAN-IST
36h 55m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
6:30 am - 5:24 pmIST-SAN
21h 54m2 stops
$824Air Canada
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Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-IST
22h 35m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 7:56 pmIST-SAN
24h 26m3 stops
$834United Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Dec 3
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 3:25 amSAN-IST
31h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 8:47 pmIST-SAN
36h 52m2 stops
$901Delta
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Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 31
Air Canada Logo
12:45 pm - 11:25 pmSAN-IST
24h 40m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
8:50 am - 12:03 pmIST-SAN
38h 13m2 stops
$915Air Canada
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Tue, Oct 28 - Fri, Nov 28
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:40 pm - 5:30 amSAN-IST
22h 50m1 stop
Turkish Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 12:20 pmIST-SAN
29h 55m1 stop
$953Turkish Airlines
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Sat, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 29

British Airways flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best British Airways deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
British Airways
Oct 30
SAN7:00 pmSan Diego
20h 10m
1 stop
IST1:10 amIstanbul
Nov 27
IST7:35 amIstanbul
40h 10m
2 stops
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
$815
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British Airways
Nov 7
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
19h 35m
1 stop
IST12:35 amIstanbul
Dec 6
IST6:40 pmIstanbul
32h 25m
1 stop
SAN4:05 pmSan Diego
$827
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British Airways
Nov 23
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
19h 50m
1 stop
IST12:50 amIstanbul
Dec 1
IST6:40 pmIstanbul
32h 30m
1 stop
SAN4:10 pmSan Diego
$941
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Air Canada flights from San Diego to Istanbul

Our best Air Canada deals on San Diego to Istanbul flight tickets
Air Canada
Nov 6
SAN6:10 pmSan Diego
36h 55m
2 stops
IST6:05 pmIstanbul
Dec 6
IST6:30 amIstanbul
21h 54m
2 stops
SAN5:24 pmSan Diego
$824
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Air Canada
Oct 28
SAN12:45 pmSan Diego
24h 40m
2 stops
IST11:25 pmIstanbul
Nov 28
IST8:50 amIstanbul
38h 13m
2 stops
SAN12:03 pmSan Diego
$915
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated August 31, 2025.
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SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 10/23

1:55 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

4:50 am-6:29 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$813

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 10/30

7:00 pm-1:10 am

1 stop20h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 11/27

7:35 am-12:45 pm

2 stops40h 10m

$815

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 11/4

5:49 pm-7:10 am

1 stop26h 21m

Istanbul

Wed 12/3

8:50 pm-9:48 am

2 stops47h 58m

$817

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 11/23

10:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

4:50 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$820

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 11/23

10:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 55m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

4:50 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$823

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Thu 11/6

6:10 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops36h 55m

Istanbul

Sat 12/6

6:30 am-5:24 pm

2 stops21h 54m

$824

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 11/5

1:10 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

Wed 12/3

6:30 am-7:56 pm

3 stops24h 26m

$834

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 10/15

10:00 am-3:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

Fri 10/31

5:55 pm-8:47 pm

2 stops36h 52m

$901

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 10/28

12:45 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 11/28

8:50 am-12:03 pm

2 stops38h 13m

$915

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sat 9/20

8:40 pm-5:30 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/29

4:25 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop29h 55m

$953

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Istanbul

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, November 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 $870. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of November, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $954.

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 $1,027 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 $882 on momondo.

Cheap San Diego to Istanbul flight deals and tips

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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 10m 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?

  • 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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KLMPriceFrom $696Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,382 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $714Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,976 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $755Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $809Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,333 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $851Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,375 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $857Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,941 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $959Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,951 reviews
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Can I find flights from San Diego to Istanbul with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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