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 79% 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, United Airlines, and Delta 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.

$579 Cheap Flights from San Jose to Istanbul in 2025/26

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $739 to $1,130. The lowest price recently found on this route was $725.

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2:06 pm - 9:20 pmSJC-SAW

20h 14m2 stops

9:00 am - 9:20 pmSAW-SJC

23h 20m2 stops

$725KLM

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Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 30

7:13 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

22h 42m2 stops

4:50 am - 4:14 pmIST-SJC

22h 24m2 stops

$728KLM

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Wed, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 6

9:16 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 39m2 stops

4:50 am - 7:12 pmIST-SJC

25h 22m2 stops

$729KLM

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Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Feb 7

9:16 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 39m2 stops

5:55 pm - 4:20 pmIST-SJC

33h 25m2 stops

$731KLM

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Fri, Jan 9 - Sat, Jan 24

3:36 pm - 3:50 amSJC-IST

25h 14m2 stops

4:50 am - 9:56 pmIST-SJC

28h 06m2 stops

$793Air France

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Tue, Mar 3 - Thu, Mar 5

9:05 am - 4:55 pmSJC-IST

20h 50m2 stops

5:55 pm - 9:28 pmIST-SJC

38h 33m2 stops

$817Multiple Airlines

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Wed, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 7

1:50 pm - 3:40 amSJC-IST

27h 50m2 stops

4:30 am - 10:09 pmIST-SJC

27h 39m2 stops

$834Scandinavian Airlines

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Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 23

10:55 pm - 5:45 pmSJC-IST

32h 50m2 stops

5:50 am - 10:50 pmIST-SJC

27h 00m2 stops

$915United Airlines

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Mon, Mar 9 - Tue, Mar 31

4:00 pm - 6:05 pmSJC-IST

39h 05m2 stops

6:30 am - 8:56 pmIST-SJC

25h 26m2 stops

$922United Airlines

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Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Feb 5

6:02 pm - 12:10 pmSJC-SAW

55h 08m2 stops

1:40 pm - 5:08 pmSAW-SJC

38h 28m2 stops

$1,095Multiple Airlines

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Thu, Jan 8 - Fri, Feb 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

Mar 26

SJC1:00 pmSan Jose

37h 10m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Apr 13

SAW1:35 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

39h 30m

2 stops

SJC7:05 pmSan Jose

$1,107

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Qatar Airways

Mar 26

SJC1:00 pmSan Jose

37h 20m

2 stops

IST12:20 pmIstanbul

Apr 13

IST8:05 pmIstanbul

33h 00m

2 stops

SJC7:05 pmSan Jose

$1,110

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Qatar Airways

Jan 8

SJC6:15 amSan Jose

42h 55m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Jan 22

SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

38h 28m

2 stops

SJC5:08 pmSan Jose

$1,142

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United Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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

United Airlines

Mar 9

SJC10:55 pmSan Jose

32h 50m

2 stops

IST5:45 pmIstanbul

Mar 31

IST5:50 amIstanbul

27h 00m

2 stops

SJC10:50 pmSan Jose

$915

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United Airlines

Jan 6

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

39h 05m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Feb 5

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 26m

2 stops

SJC8:56 pmSan Jose

$922

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United Airlines

Jan 6

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

39h 05m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Feb 6

IST6:30 amIstanbul

42h 08m

2 stops

SJC1:38 pmSan Jose

$930

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Tue 1/27

2:06 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops20h 14m

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9:00 am-9:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

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7:13 am-4:55 pm

2 stops22h 42m

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4:50 am-4:14 pm

2 stops22h 24m

$728

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Mon 1/19

9:16 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 39m

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2 stops25h 22m

$729

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Fri 1/9

9:16 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 39m

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5:55 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops33h 25m

$731

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Tue 3/3

3:36 pm-3:50 am

2 stops25h 14m

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4:50 am-9:56 pm

2 stops28h 06m

$793

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 12/31

9:05 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 50m

Istanbul

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5:55 pm-9:28 pm

2 stops38h 33m

$817

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Fri 5/1

1:50 pm-3:40 am

2 stops27h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 5/23

4:30 am-10:09 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$834

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 3/9

10:55 pm-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

5:50 am-10:50 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$915

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Tue 1/6

4:00 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops39h 05m

Istanbul

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$922

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

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Thu 1/8

6:02 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops55h 08m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 2/6

1:40 pm-5:08 pm

2 stops38h 28m

$1,095

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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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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 17h 20m, 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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