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 82% 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?

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier 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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9:46 am - 5:25 pm

SJC

SAW

20h 39m2 stops

4:00 pm - 4:02 pm

SAW

SJC

35h 02m2 stops

$726KLM

Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 30

2:06 pm - 9:20 pm

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SAW

20h 14m2 stops

9:00 am - 9:20 pm

SAW

SJC

23h 20m2 stops

$727KLM

Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 30

9:15 am - 4:55 pm

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IST

20h 40m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:22 pm

IST

SJC

27h 32m2 stops

$730Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Feb 7

7:45 am - 4:55 pm

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IST

22h 10m2 stops

4:50 am - 10:12 pm

IST

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28h 22m2 stops

$731Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Feb 7

6:30 pm - 3:50 am

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IST

22h 20m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:18 pm

IST

SJC

27h 28m2 stops

$738Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 15 - Tue, Feb 24

9:15 am - 4:55 pm

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IST

20h 40m2 stops

6:00 am - 4:59 pm

IST

SJC

20h 59m2 stops

$786KLM

Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, May 1

1:57 pm - 3:50 am

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IST

50h 53m2 stops

5:55 pm - 9:18 pm

IST

SJC

38h 23m2 stops

$828Multiple Airlines

Sat, Feb 14 - Sat, Feb 21

8:50 am - 6:05 pm

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IST

22h 15m3 stops

1:55 pm - 1:26 pm

IST

SJC

33h 31m3 stops

$971Air Canada

Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, May 1

8:00 am - 12:10 pm

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SAW

41h 10m2 stops

1:40 pm - 8:00 pm

SAW

SJC

41h 20m2 stops

$1,047Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Mar 5

10:16 am - 12:10 pm

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SAW

38h 54m2 stops

1:40 pm - 8:00 pm

SAW

SJC

40h 20m2 stops

$1,073Qatar Airways

Tue, Feb 24 - Tue, Mar 10

Qatar Airways flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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Qatar Airways

Feb 23

SJC8:00 amSan Jose

41h 10m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mar 9

SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

40h 20m

2 stops

SJC8:00 pmSan Jose

$1,047

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Qatar Airways

May 3

SJC6:15 amSan Jose

39h 00m

2 stops

IST7:15 amIstanbul

May 8

IST1:45 pmIstanbul

39h 04m

2 stops

SJC6:49 pmSan Jose

$1,051

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Qatar Airways

Feb 23

SJC8:00 amSan Jose

41h 20m

2 stops

IST12:20 pmIstanbul

Mar 9

IST1:50 pmIstanbul

37h 19m

2 stops

SJC5:09 pmSan Jose

$1,053

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Air Canada flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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Air Canada

Feb 28

SJC8:50 amSan Jose

22h 15m

3 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

May 1

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

33h 31m

3 stops

SJC1:26 pmSan Jose

$971

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Air Canada

Feb 28

SJC8:50 amSan Jose

22h 15m

3 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

May 1

IST1:55 pmIstanbul

33h 31m

3 stops

SJC1:26 pmSan Jose

$973

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Air Canada

Jan 21

SJC8:40 amSan Jose

22h 25m

3 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Jan 28

IST6:30 amIstanbul

49h 26m

3 stops

SJC8:56 pmSan Jose

$1,112

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9:46 am-5:25 pm

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4:00 pm-4:02 pm

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2:06 pm-9:20 pm

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$727

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9:15 am-4:55 pm

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7:45 am-4:55 pm

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2 stops22h 20m

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2 stops27h 28m

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9:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 40m

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6:00 am-4:59 pm

2 stops20h 59m

$786

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Sat 2/14

1:57 pm-3:50 am

2 stops50h 53m

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5:55 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops38h 23m

$828

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sat 2/28

8:50 am-6:05 pm

3 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

1:55 pm-1:26 pm

3 stops33h 31m

$971

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Thu 2/19

8:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Thu 3/5

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,047

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Tue 2/24

10:16 am-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 54m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 3/10

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops40h 20m

$1,073

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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	18h 06m
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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Istanbul takes 18h 06m

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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 06m, 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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