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Cheap flights from San Diego to Istanbul from $312

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7:20 am - 4:55 pmSAN-IST
22h 35m2 stops
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4:50 am - 7:19 pmIST-SAN
25h 29m2 stops
$850
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
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7:20 am - 4:55 pmSAN-IST
22h 35m2 stops
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4:50 am - 7:19 pmIST-SAN
25h 29m2 stops
$858
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 30
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-IST
24h 38m3 stops
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6:30 am - 3:45 pmIST-SAN
20h 15m2 stops
$872United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5
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8:10 am - 3:30 amSAN-IST
33h 20m3 stops
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3:50 pm - 3:25 pmIST-SAN
33h 35m2 stops
$884
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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
United Airlines Logo
12:07 pm - 10:45 pmSAN-IST
24h 38m3 stops
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6:30 am - 9:12 pmIST-SAN
25h 42m2 stops
$889United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 15
British Airways Logo
6:00 pm - 12:50 amSAN-IST
19h 50m1 stop
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6:40 pm - 4:10 pmIST-SAN
32h 30m1 stop
$942British Airways
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Sun, Nov 23 - Mon, Dec 1
British Airways Logo
7:50 pm - 12:30 amSAN-IST
18h 40m1 stop
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8:15 pm - 2:50 pmIST-SAN
28h 35m1 stop
$949British Airways
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Mon, Oct 13 - Mon, Oct 20
Turkish Airlines Logo
2:12 pm - 6:10 pmSAN-IST
17h 58m1 stop
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8:05 am - 7:46 pmIST-SAN
22h 41m1 stop
$1,007Turkish Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 14
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8:40 pm - 5:30 amSAN-IST
22h 50m1 stop
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7:15 am - 9:01 amIST-SAN
35h 46m1 stop
$1,037Turkish Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
KLM Logo
7:00 am - 4:05 pmSAN-IST
23h 05m2 stops
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5:05 pm - 12:00 pmIST-SAN
28h 55m1 stop
$1,045KLM
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Sat, Oct 4 - Wed, Oct 8

Etihad Airways flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

Our best Etihad Airways deals on San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Sep 20
SAN8:55 pmSan Diego
47h 20m
2 stops
IST6:15 amIstanbul
Sep 29
IST7:30 amIstanbul
45h 28m
2 stops
SAN6:58 pmSan Diego
$984
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Etihad Airways
Sep 21
SAN10:38 pmSan Diego
52h 27m
2 stops
IST1:05 pmIstanbul
Oct 29
IST2:00 pmIstanbul
54h 39m
2 stops
SAN10:39 amSan Diego
$991
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Etihad Airways
Sep 22
SAN8:55 pmSan Diego
47h 20m
2 stops
IST6:15 amIstanbul
Oct 4
IST2:10 pmIstanbul
54h 39m
2 stops
SAN10:49 amSan Diego
$993
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British Airways flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

Our best British Airways deals on San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight tickets
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
$942
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British Airways
Oct 13
SAN7:50 pmSan Diego
18h 40m
1 stop
IST12:30 amIstanbul
Oct 20
IST8:15 pmIstanbul
28h 35m
1 stop
SAN2:50 pmSan Diego
$949
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British Airways
Oct 29
SAN7:00 pmSan Diego
19h 25m
1 stop
IST12:25 amIstanbul
Nov 15
IST2:55 pmIstanbul
36h 10m
1 stop
SAN4:05 pmSan Diego
$959
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport 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 September 15, 2025.
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SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 11/23

7:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

4:50 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$850

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 11/23

7:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

4:50 am-7:19 pm

2 stops25h 29m

$858

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 10/29

12:07 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops24h 38m

Istanbul

Wed 11/5

6:30 am-3:45 pm

2 stops20h 15m

$872

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 10/15

8:10 am-3:30 am

3 stops33h 20m

Istanbul

Wed 10/22

3:50 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 35m

$884

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Wed 10/29

12:07 pm-10:45 pm

3 stops24h 38m

Istanbul

Sat 11/15

6:30 am-9:12 pm

2 stops25h 42m

$889

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sun 11/23

6:00 pm-12:50 am

1 stop19h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 12/1

6:40 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$942

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Mon 10/13

7:50 pm-12:30 am

1 stop18h 40m

Istanbul

Mon 10/20

8:15 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop28h 35m

$949

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Fri 10/31

2:12 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop17h 58m

Istanbul

Fri 11/14

8:05 am-7:46 pm

1 stop22h 41m

$1,007

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Tue 9/23

8:40 pm-5:30 am

1 stop22h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 9/30

7:15 am-9:01 am

1 stop35h 46m

$1,037

San DiegoIstanbul

SAN - IST

SANIST

San Diego

Sat 10/4

7:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops23h 05m

Istanbul

Wed 10/8

5:05 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$1,045

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

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul Airport?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $858. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in November, then you should wait until August to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $951.

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Istanbul Airport. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $1,145. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from San Diego because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $1,267.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,157. Flying to Istanbul Airport in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,269.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Istanbul Airport from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,023 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Istanbul Airport from San Diego for as low as $834 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Istanbul Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight.

How have San Diego to Istanbul Airport flight prices changed over time?

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Cheap San Diego to Istanbul Airport (SAN to IST) flight deals and tips

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  • How far is San Diego to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between San Diego and Istanbul is about 6878.0 mi. 16h 45m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Istanbul Airport refresh daily.

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Istanbul Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Istanbul Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San Diego to Istanbul Airport?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

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KLMPriceFrom $696Free CancellationRating
7.8
1,385 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $712Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,954 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 $805Free CancellationRating
6.6
7,361 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $824Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,407 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $857Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,929 reviews
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Turkish AirlinesPriceFrom $959Free CancellationRating
7.3
3,968 reviews
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