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August 24 - September 16

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

SBP - Istanbul

$1,275

$1,046

Round trip

September 10 - September 16

SBP - Istanbul

$1,192

$1,086

Round trip

August 24 - September 17

Earliest

SBP - Istanbul

$1,267

$1,104

Round trip

August 24 - September 9

Earliest

SBP - Istanbul

$1,285

$1,108

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September 10 - September 18

SBP - Istanbul

$1,170

$1,117

Round trip

August 24 - September 8

Earliest

SBP - Istanbul

$1,283

$1,121

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September 1 - September 16

SBP - Istanbul

$1,123

$1,125

Round trip

September 1 - September 18

SBP - Istanbul

$1,123

$1,154

Round trip

August 24 - September 18

Earliest

SBP - Istanbul

$1,267

$1,155

Round trip

August 31 - September 16

SBP - Istanbul

$1,285

$1,164

Round trip

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Insights for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

A typical journey from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul takes about 31h 1m, including connections. Given the significant distance, all itineraries for this route involve multiple stops, making the overall travel time substantial. You should plan for a long travel day when flying from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul, fares typically range from $841–$1098, with a median of $954. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can help you track fare changes.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul? You'll find the lowest median fares in October, with prices around $631. September also offers more affordable options, with a median fare of $705. March presents another relatively cheaper period, with a median fare of $909.

Most itineraries from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were non-stop flights. For the vast majority of journeys, you can expect to make 3 connections to reach Istanbul from San Luis Obispo.

How much is a round trip from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Regular price: $1,093 - $2,248

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul is between $1093 and $2248. The current lowest deal is $1046 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from August 24 to September 16.

now $1,046

Low $1,093

High $2,248

The cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo County to Istanbul is October, with a median price of $631. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1045. Prices are generally lower from March to October.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $631

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,045

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Direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Pegasus Airlines

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Air France

Last-minute flights going from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (IST)

United Airlines

$1,371

$2,542

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air France, Pegasus Airlines

$1,266

$2,548

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air France, Pegasus Airlines

$1,200

$2,647

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air France, Pegasus Airlines

$1,329

$2,647

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air France, Pegasus Airlines

$1,199

$2,650

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SBP - Istanbul

San Luis Obispo (SBP) - Istanbul (SAW)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Air France, Pegasus Airlines

$1,199

$2,653

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

23 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 16

$1,275 → $1,046

18%

16 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 9

$1,285 → $1,108

14%

24 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 17

$1,267 → $1,104

13%

15 nights

Aug 24 - Sep 8

$1,283 → $1,121

13%

Popular Airports to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

San Luis Obispo - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul are above the typical level, with a median of $954.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically cheapest at $631

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul, with a median price of $631.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 31h 1m with 3+ stops

Flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul typically take 31h 1m, with a median of 3 or more stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights, connecting flights available

There are no direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul; all available routes include connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals via connections

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has historically offered the most deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Book connecting flights for this route

Since direct flights are unavailable, consider booking connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul.

San Luis Obispo main airports to depart from

San Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP)

Cheapest

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1046

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary gateway to Istanbul, offering convenient access for your journey from San Luis Obispo.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by various transport options)

💸 Flights from ~$1046

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW)

Sabiha Gökçen International provides an alternative arrival point for travelers heading to Istanbul from San Luis Obispo.

📍 ~40 km from city center (reachable by various transport options)

💸 Flights from ~$1122

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Esenboğa International (ESB)

Consider Esenboğa International as an alternative for its extensive domestic and international flight network.

📍 ~350 km from Istanbul (requires domestic flight or high-speed train)

💸 Flights from ~$1170

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Cheapest

Adnan Menderes is a strong alternative with extensive European connections and high reliability.

📍 ~300 km from Istanbul (usually requires a separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$1072

Tekirdağ Çorlu (TEQ)

Tekirdağ Çorlu is geographically the closest alternative, accessible by road from Istanbul.

📍 ~100 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1942

Yenişehir (YEI)

Yenişehir is an option for travelers to Istanbul's Asian side, accessible via bridge or ferry.

📍 ~130 km from Istanbul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2038

Burgas (BOJ)

Burgas is the closest international alternative outside Turkey, useful for those with appropriate travel documents.

📍 ~200 km from Istanbul (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$1261

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey

69% AI deal score

$31,646

From SBP

Elite

Nov 03

Istanbul, Turkey

69% AI deal score

$31,702

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options and prices from different providers. Look out for deals and set up price alerts for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Monitoring price trends for your specific route can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering alternative airports.

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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

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Insights for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from San Luis Obispo to Istanbul

San Luis Obispo - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

October is historically cheapest at $631

Flights are typically 31h 1m with 3+ stops

No direct flights, connecting flights available

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers deals via connections

Book connecting flights for this route

San Luis Obispo main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

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