Flying from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering the departure point for your flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport (SAN). Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) are Istanbul's main airports.
San Diego International Airport is located in San Diego. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 10 hours behind Istanbul.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Istanbul to SAN.
Popular months like August or other busy periods mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay on schedule by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Istanbul to SAN. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The distance from central Istanbul to IST is around 48 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
In search of a handy hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Think about adding a stop at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC). It's a key stopover on a flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport (SAN) leaving Sabiha Gokcen International Airport. Use a longer layover to get out and explore, or take advantage of a quick break to browse the airport stores.
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in around 1 hour and 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 57 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Istanbul to SAN? Relax in a hotel near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
About San Diego International Airport (SAN)
If you have a late flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SAN:
Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego
San Diego International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of San Diego. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 9 minutes.
It'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport is RM1,395. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,899. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from Istanbul to SAN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap tickets from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Check out the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport (SAN)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit San Diego, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Istanbul to SAN for August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Diego to range from 17ºC to 28ºC.
February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap flights from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Diego
Start your San Diego trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to San Diego International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
San Diego Zoo and USS Midway Museum are just two of the popular attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at SeaWorld San Diego.
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