What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from San Jose, California according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 80% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 12 different airlines that fly to Istanbul on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Istanbul?

British Airways and Qatar Airways are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Istanbul

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

Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Jose Airport to Istanbul.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,013 to $1,946. The lowest price recently found on this route was $725.

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11:40 am - 9:20 pmSJC-SAW

22h 40m2 stops

9:00 am - 9:20 pmSAW-SJC

23h 20m2 stops

$725KLM

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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 30

7:45 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

22h 10m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:20 pmIST-SJC

27h 30m2 stops

$729KLM

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Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Feb 7

9:15 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 40m2 stops

5:55 pm - 9:20 pmIST-SJC

38h 25m2 stops

$731KLM

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Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 24

9:15 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 40m2 stops

5:55 pm - 4:02 pmIST-SJC

33h 07m2 stops

$732KLM

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Wed, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 21

2:32 pm - 12:25 amSJC-IST

22h 53m2 stops

8:10 am - 10:49 pmIST-SJC

25h 39m2 stops

$754British Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 30

6:00 am - 12:25 amSJC-IST

31h 25m2 stops

6:45 pm - 9:29 pmIST-SJC

37h 44m2 stops

$792British Airways

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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28

2:35 pm - 6:55 pmSJC-SAW

41h 20m2 stops

11:25 am - 1:42 pmSAW-SJC

37h 17m2 stops

$1,075Iberia

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Sun, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 21

8:10 am - 12:10 pmSJC-SAW

42h 00m2 stops

3:30 pm - 7:05 pmSAW-SJC

37h 35m2 stops

$1,092Qatar Airways

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Mon, Mar 30 - Mon, May 4

8:10 am - 12:10 pmSJC-SAW

42h 00m2 stops

3:30 pm - 7:05 pmSAW-SJC

37h 35m2 stops

$1,127Qatar Airways

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Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Apr 13

9:05 am - 12:10 pmSJC-SAW

40h 05m2 stops

1:40 pm - 8:04 pmSAW-SJC

41h 24m2 stops

$1,133Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Jan 21 - Fri, Jan 30

Qatar Airways flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

Our best Qatar Airways deals on San Jose, California to Istanbul flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Dec 3

SJC11:16 amSan Jose

32h 44m

2 stops

IST7:00 amIstanbul

Dec 10

IST8:10 pmIstanbul

30h 44m

2 stops

SJC3:54 pmSan Jose

$1,083

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Qatar Airways

Dec 3

SJC11:16 amSan Jose

32h 44m

2 stops

IST7:00 amIstanbul

Dec 8

IST8:10 pmIstanbul

33h 45m

2 stops

SJC6:55 pmSan Jose

$1,092

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Qatar Airways

Jan 29

SJC9:05 amSan Jose

46h 35m

2 stops

IST6:40 pmIstanbul

Feb 9

IST8:10 pmIstanbul

34h 54m

2 stops

SJC8:04 pmSan Jose

$1,095

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British Airways flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

Our best British Airways deals on San Jose, California to Istanbul flight tickets

British Airways

Jan 21

SJC2:32 pmSan Jose

22h 53m

2 stops

IST12:25 amIstanbul

Jan 30

IST8:10 amIstanbul

25h 39m

2 stops

SJC10:49 pmSan Jose

$754

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British Airways

Jan 21

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

31h 25m

2 stops

IST12:25 amIstanbul

Jan 28

IST6:45 pmIstanbul

37h 44m

2 stops

SJC9:29 pmSan Jose

$792

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British Airways

Jan 19

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

31h 05m

2 stops

IST12:05 amIstanbul

Feb 8

IST8:20 amIstanbul

25h 29m

2 stops

SJC10:49 pmSan Jose

$842

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11:40 am-9:20 pm

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7:45 am-4:55 pm

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$729

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9:15 am-4:55 pm

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5:55 pm-9:20 pm

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5:55 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops33h 07m

$732

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Wed 1/21

2:32 pm-12:25 am

2 stops22h 53m

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2 stops25h 39m

$754

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

Wed 1/28

6:45 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops37h 44m

$792

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SJC - SAW

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Sun 12/28

2:35 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops41h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 1/21

11:25 am-1:42 pm

2 stops37h 17m

$1,075

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

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Mon 3/30

8:10 am-12:10 pm

2 stops42h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 5/4

3:30 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$1,092

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Thu 3/26

8:10 am-12:10 pm

2 stops42h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 4/13

3:30 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops37h 35m

$1,127

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Wed 1/21

9:05 am-12:10 pm

2 stops40h 05m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 1/30

1:40 pm-8:04 pm

2 stops41h 24m

$1,133

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Jose, California and Istanbul?

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose, California to Istanbul is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,024. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Istanbul on Thursday is $1,303.

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 at noon. Flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul during this time can be as low as $1,184. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $1,282 on average. Flights to Istanbul from San Jose, California in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Istanbul takes 20h 00m

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How far is San Jose to Istanbul by plane?
A flight from San Jose to Istanbul will travel around 6712.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 18h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Istanbul?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Istanbul are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Istanbul?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Jose Airport to Istanbul.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Istanbul?
The required travel and health documents for your Istanbul trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Istanbul. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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