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

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

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 83% 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.

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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1:57 pm - 9:20 pm

SJC

SAW

20h 23m

2 stops

9:00 am - 9:18 pm

SAW

SJC

23h 18m

2 stops

$735KLM

Tue, Feb 17 - Tue, Feb 24

11:45 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

18h 10m

2 stops

4:50 am - 9:18 pm

IST

SJC

27h 28m

2 stops

$739Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 17 - Mon, Feb 23

7:15 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

22h 40m

2 stops

5:55 pm - 7:41 pm

IST

SJC

35h 46m

2 stops

$741KLM

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

3:37 pm - 3:40 am

SJC

IST

26h 03m

2 stops

4:30 am - 10:02 pm

IST

SJC

27h 32m

2 stops

$755Scandinavian Airlines

Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 10

3:55 pm - 10:45 pm

SJC

IST

43h 50m

2 stops

1:55 pm - 6:31 pm

IST

SJC

38h 36m

2 stops

$777United Airlines

Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, May 1

6:20 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

23h 35m

2 stops

6:00 am - 7:01 pm

IST

SJC

23h 01m

2 stops

$785KLM

Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, May 1

8:50 am - 6:05 pm

SJC

IST

22h 15m

2 stops

6:30 am - 9:16 pm

IST

SJC

24h 46m

2 stops

$786United Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

4:50 pm - 1:20 am

SJC

IST

22h 30m

2 stops

4:25 am - 4:59 pm

IST

SJC

22h 34m

2 stops

$793KLM

Sun, Apr 19 - Mon, May 4

8:45 am - 2:05 am

SJC

IST

31h 20m

2 stops

1:55 pm - 9:07 pm

IST

SJC

41h 12m

2 stops

$801Lufthansa

Sun, Apr 5 - Mon, Apr 13

12:50 pm - 12:25 am

SJC

IST

24h 35m

2 stops

7:35 am - 10:49 pm

IST

SJC

26h 14m

2 stops

$807British Airways

Wed, Jan 28 - Thu, Feb 5

United Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

Our best United Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Istanbul flight tickets

United Airlines

Feb 28

SJC3:55 pmSan Jose

43h 50m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

May 1

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

38h 36m

2 stops

SJC6:31 pmSan Jose

$777

United Airlines

Mar 4

SJC8:50 amSan Jose

22h 15m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Mar 11

IST6:30 amIstanbul

24h 46m

2 stops

SJC9:16 pmSan Jose

$786

United Airlines

Jan 26

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

38h 45m

2 stops

IST5:45 pmIstanbul

Feb 4

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 26m

2 stops

SJC8:56 pmSan Jose

$793

American Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

Our best American Airlines deals on San Jose, California to Istanbul flight tickets

American Airlines

Mar 4

SJC11:01 amSan Jose

26h 24m

2 stops

IST12:25 amIstanbul

Mar 11

IST7:35 amIstanbul

24h 57m

3 stops

SJC10:32 pmSan Jose

$809

American Airlines

Apr 4

SJC12:52 pmSan Jose

26h 03m

2 stops

IST12:55 amIstanbul

Apr 11

IST8:15 amIstanbul

24h 44m

2 stops

SJC10:59 pmSan Jose

$1,030

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Tue 2/17

1:57 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 23m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 2/24

9:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$735

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Tue 2/17

11:45 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Istanbul

Mon 2/23

4:50 am-9:18 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$739

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 3/4

7:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

5:55 pm-7:41 pm

2 stops35h 46m

$741

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 4/6

3:37 pm-3:40 am

2 stops26h 03m

Istanbul

Fri 4/10

4:30 am-10:02 pm

2 stops27h 32m

$755

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sat 2/28

3:55 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops43h 50m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

1:55 pm-6:31 pm

2 stops38h 36m

$777

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sat 2/28

6:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-7:01 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$785

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 3/4

8:50 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 3/11

6:30 am-9:16 pm

2 stops24h 46m

$786

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 4/19

4:50 pm-1:20 am

2 stops22h 30m

Istanbul

Mon 5/4

4:25 am-4:59 pm

2 stops22h 34m

$793

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 4/5

8:45 am-2:05 am

2 stops31h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 4/13

1:55 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops41h 12m

$801

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 1/28

12:50 pm-12:25 am

2 stops24h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

7:35 am-10:49 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$807

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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, California to Istanbul. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $725. 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 $772.

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Fastest flight time	16h 21m
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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Istanbul takes 16h 21m

There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul. There are no popular flight routes from San Jose, California to Istanbul.

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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 16h 21m, 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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