What airlines fly to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Istanbul from San Jose according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 76% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Istanbul. Keep in mind that there are 11 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?

Qatar Airways, Delta, and United Airlines 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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9:03 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 52m2 stops

4:50 am - 4:31 pmIST-SJC

22h 41m2 stops

$759KLM

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Sun, Dec 28 - Tue, Jan 20

9:02 am - 4:05 pmSJC-IST

21h 03m2 stops

4:50 am - 4:17 pmIST-SJC

22h 27m2 stops

$828KLM

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Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Nov 30

10:30 pm - 10:45 pmSJC-IST

37h 15m2 stops

6:30 am - 9:11 pmIST-SJC

25h 41m2 stops

$920United Airlines

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Sun, Dec 28 - Wed, Jan 21

1:30 pm - 3:50 amSJC-IST

27h 20m2 stops

4:50 am - 4:17 pmIST-SJC

22h 27m2 stops

$927Delta

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Mon, Nov 3 - Thu, Nov 13

8:45 am - 6:05 pmSJC-IST

22h 20m2 stops

6:30 am - 10:28 pmIST-SJC

26h 58m2 stops

$929United Airlines

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Sun, Nov 2 - Thu, Nov 13

12:30 pm - 10:45 pmSJC-IST

24h 15m2 stops

7:00 pm - 8:53 pmIST-SJC

36h 53m2 stops

$933Lufthansa

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Sun, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 10

12:40 pm - 3:25 amSJC-IST

28h 45m2 stops

4:50 am - 10:08 pmIST-SJC

27h 18m2 stops

$937Delta

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Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 29

6:35 am - 3:50 amSJC-IST

35h 15m3 stops

4:45 am - 7:18 amIST-SJC

36h 33m3 stops

$958

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Wed, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 5

12:30 pm - 10:45 pmSJC-IST

48h 15m2 stops

7:00 pm - 8:53 pmIST-SJC

36h 53m2 stops

$960Lufthansa

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Sat, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 10

6:15 am - 12:50 pmSJC-IST

20h 35m1 stop

8:35 pm - 7:35 pmIST-SJC

33h 00m2 stops

$1,037

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British Airways flights from San Jose to Istanbul

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British Airways

Dec 28

SJC12:23 pmSan Jose

25h 27m

2 stops

IST12:50 amIstanbul

Jan 21

IST7:35 amIstanbul

24h 15m

2 stops

SJC8:50 pmSan Jose

$965

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Nov 9

SJC2:07 pmSan Jose

23h 43m

2 stops

IST12:50 amIstanbul

Dec 2

IST7:35 amIstanbul

25h 41m

2 stops

SJC10:16 pmSan Jose

$986

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Oct 10

SJC6:00 amSan Jose

23h 20m

2 stops

SAW3:20 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Oct 16

SAW4:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

36h 19m

2 stops

SJC6:29 pmSan Jose

$1,081

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United Airlines flights from San Jose to Istanbul

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United Airlines

Dec 28

SJC10:30 pmSan Jose

37h 15m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Jan 21

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 41m

2 stops

SJC9:11 pmSan Jose

$920

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United Airlines

Nov 2

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

22h 20m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Nov 13

IST6:30 amIstanbul

26h 58m

2 stops

SJC10:28 pmSan Jose

$929

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United Airlines

Nov 1

SJC4:05 pmSan Jose

40h 00m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Nov 12

IST6:30 amIstanbul

23h 18m

2 stops

SJC6:48 pmSan Jose

$936

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Sun 12/28

9:03 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 52m

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Tue 1/20

4:50 am-4:31 pm

2 stops22h 41m

$759

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

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Wed 10/1

9:02 am-4:05 pm

2 stops21h 03m

Istanbul

Sun 11/30

4:50 am-4:17 pm

2 stops22h 27m

$828

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 12/28

10:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops37h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

6:30 am-9:11 pm

2 stops25h 41m

$920

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 11/3

1:30 pm-3:50 am

2 stops27h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

4:50 am-4:17 pm

2 stops22h 27m

$927

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 11/2

8:45 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Istanbul

Thu 11/13

6:30 am-10:28 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$929

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 10/26

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops24h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

7:00 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops36h 53m

$933

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 10/15

12:40 pm-3:25 am

2 stops28h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 10/29

4:50 am-10:08 pm

2 stops27h 18m

$937

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:35 am-3:50 am

3 stops35h 15m

Istanbul

Sun 10/5

4:45 am-7:18 am

3 stops36h 33m

$958

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sat 11/1

12:30 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops48h 15m

Istanbul

Mon 11/10

7:00 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops36h 53m

$960

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 10/12

6:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop20h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 10/16

8:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$1,037

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Istanbul?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $718. If you aren’t able to travel to Istanbul during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $738.

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

The cheapest day to depart from San Jose 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 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 in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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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 40m, 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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