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

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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9:50 am - 5:25 pm

SJC

SAW

20h 35m

2 stops

9:00 am - 9:18 pm

SAW

SJC

23h 18m

2 stops

$728KLM

Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4

11:45 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

18h 10m

2 stops

4:50 am - 4:13 pm

IST

SJC

22h 23m

2 stops

$732Multiple Airlines

Wed, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 3

6:30 pm - 3:50 am

SJC

IST

22h 20m

2 stops

4:50 am - 9:18 pm

IST

SJC

27h 28m

2 stops

$739Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Sat, Feb 28

11:40 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

19h 15m

2 stops

4:50 am - 5:25 pm

IST

SJC

22h 35m

2 stops

$740KLM

Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 24

9:15 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

20h 40m

2 stops

6:00 am - 7:01 pm

IST

SJC

23h 01m

2 stops

$795KLM

Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, May 1

9:05 am - 4:20 pm

SJC

IST

21h 15m

2 stops

4:25 am - 4:15 pm

IST

SJC

21h 50m

2 stops

$840KLM

Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jun 26

9:05 am - 4:20 pm

SJC

IST

21h 15m

2 stops

4:25 am - 4:15 pm

IST

SJC

21h 50m

2 stops

$841KLM

Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jun 26

1:57 pm - 3:40 am

SJC

IST

27h 43m

2 stops

4:30 am - 10:53 pm

IST

SJC

28h 23m

2 stops

$856Scandinavian Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Mon, May 18

10:16 am - 12:10 pm

SJC

SAW

38h 54m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:09 pm

SAW

SJC

38h 29m

2 stops

$1,065Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2

8:00 am - 12:10 pm

SJC

SAW

41h 10m

2 stops

1:40 pm - 8:00 pm

SAW

SJC

41h 20m

2 stops

$1,078Qatar Airways

Mon, Mar 2 - Fri, Mar 6

Qatar Airways flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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

Qatar Airways

Feb 26

SJC10:16 amSan Jose

38h 54m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mar 2

SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 29m

2 stops

SJC5:09 pmSan Jose

$1,065

Qatar Airways

Feb 26

SJC10:16 amSan Jose

39h 04m

2 stops

IST12:20 pmIstanbul

Mar 2

IST1:50 pmIstanbul

38h 19m

2 stops

SJC5:09 pmSan Jose

$1,071

Qatar Airways

Mar 2

SJC8:00 amSan Jose

41h 10m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mar 6

SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

41h 20m

2 stops

SJC8:00 pmSan Jose

$1,078

Lufthansa flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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

Lufthansa

Mar 29

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

31h 20m

2 stops

IST2:05 amIstanbul

Apr 7

IST5:40 amIstanbul

25h 27m

2 stops

SJC9:07 pmSan Jose

$912

Lufthansa

Mar 24

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

28h 00m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Apr 6

IST3:45 amIstanbul

27h 22m

2 stops

SJC9:07 pmSan Jose

$923

Lufthansa

Mar 28

SJC8:45 amSan Jose

31h 20m

2 stops

IST2:05 amIstanbul

Apr 3

IST5:50 pmIstanbul

37h 17m

2 stops

SJC9:07 pmSan Jose

$1,078

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Wed 2/25

9:50 am-5:25 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Wed 3/4

9:00 am-9:18 pm

2 stops23h 18m

$728

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 2/25

11:45 am-4:55 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 3/3

4:50 am-4:13 pm

2 stops22h 23m

$732

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 2/22

6:30 pm-3:50 am

2 stops22h 20m

Istanbul

Sat 2/28

4:50 am-9:18 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$739

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 3/8

11:40 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 15m

Istanbul

Tue 3/24

4:50 am-5:25 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$740

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sat 2/28

9:15 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Istanbul

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-7:01 pm

2 stops23h 01m

$795

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 6/22

9:05 am-4:20 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 6/26

4:25 am-4:15 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$840

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 6/22

9:05 am-4:20 pm

2 stops21h 15m

Istanbul

Fri 6/26

4:25 am-4:15 pm

2 stops21h 50m

$841

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 4/29

1:57 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 43m

Istanbul

Mon 5/18

4:30 am-10:53 pm

2 stops28h 23m

$856

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Thu 2/26

10:16 am-12:10 pm

2 stops38h 54m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 3/2

1:40 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops38h 29m

$1,065

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Mon 3/2

8:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops41h 10m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 3/6

1:40 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$1,078

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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	20h 35m
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The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Istanbul takes 20h 35m

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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 20h 35m, 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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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Jose to Istanbul?

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