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10:58 am - 4:55 pmSAN-IST
18h 57m2 stops
5:10 am - 6:49 pmIST-SAN
23h 39m2 stops
$747KLM
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Mon, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 13
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8:15 am - 6:00 pmIST-SAN
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$751British Airways
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7:35 am - 5:05 pmIST-SAN
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$754American Airlines
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9:52 am - 5:30 pmSAN-IST
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7:35 am - 5:05 pmIST-SAN
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$758American Airlines
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11:05 am - 3:25 amSAN-IST
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4:20 am - 9:21 pmIST-SAN
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$1,045Delta
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Tue, Apr 29 - Wed, May 14
7:00 am - 6:05 pmSAN-IST
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6:30 am - 6:18 pmIST-SAN
21h 48m2 stops
$1,060Lufthansa
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12:00 pm - 4:10 amSAN-IST
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5:10 am - 8:25 pmIST-SAN
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6:50 am - 6:34 pmIST-SAN
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$1,477Air Canada
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Delta flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

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Delta
Apr 29
SAN11:05 amSan Diego
30h 20m
2 stops
IST3:25 amIstanbul
May 14
IST4:20 amIstanbul
27h 01m
2 stops
SAN9:21 pmSan Diego
Delta
Feb 12
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
29h 10m
2 stops
IST4:10 amIstanbul
Feb 27
IST5:10 amIstanbul
26h 15m
2 stops
SAN8:25 pmSan Diego
Delta
Apr 29
SAN1:35 pmSan Diego
27h 50m
2 stops
IST3:25 amIstanbul
May 11
IST4:20 amIstanbul
28h 36m
2 stops
SAN10:56 pmSan Diego

Royal Jordanian flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

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Royal Jordanian
May 10
SAN10:55 pmSan Diego
34h 35m
2 stops
IST7:30 pmIstanbul
May 31
IST2:05 amIstanbul
30h 34m
2 stops
SAN10:39 pmSan Diego
Royal Jordanian
Jan 27
SAN6:40 amSan Diego
26h 05m
2 stops
IST7:45 pmIstanbul
Jan 31
IST2:05 amIstanbul
29h 05m
2 stops
SAN8:10 pmSan Diego

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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 $910. If you don’t want to visit Istanbul Airport in November, then you should wait until February to fly from San Diego, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $971.

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 10 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Istanbul Airport for around $1,152 when searching 10 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 $1,009 on momondo.

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

As of January 2025, prices for San Diego to Istanbul Airport flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Istanbul Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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$587

Fastest flight time

16h 10m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to Istanbul Airport from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $587. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Istanbul Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $747.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Istanbul Airport takes 16h 10m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Istanbul Airport. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Diego Airport - Istanbul Airport.

  • How far is San Diego to Istanbul by plane?

    The distance between San Diego and Istanbul is about 6878.0 mi. 16h 10m 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?


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8.0
8,508 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $861Free CancellationRating
6.6
6,824 reviews
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7.4
8,971 reviews
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6.7
7,102 reviews
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7.0
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