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?

Lufthansa and Qatar Airways 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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6:20 am - 5:25 pm

SJC

SAW

24h 05m

2 stops

12:55 pm - 4:02 pm

SAW

SJC

38h 07m

2 stops

$726KLM

Tue, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 30

11:40 am - 9:20 pm

SJC

SAW

22h 40m

2 stops

4:00 pm - 4:02 pm

SAW

SJC

35h 02m

2 stops

$729KLM

Thu, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 11

9:46 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

20h 09m

2 stops

4:50 am - 5:40 pm

IST

SJC

23h 50m

2 stops

$730Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Thu, Jan 29

11:40 am - 4:55 pm

SJC

IST

18h 15m

2 stops

4:50 am - 4:02 pm

IST

SJC

22h 12m

2 stops

$734Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 10

5:54 am - 5:25 pm

SJC

SAW

24h 31m

2 stops

1:00 pm - 9:22 pm

SAW

SJC

43h 22m

2 stops

$735KLM

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7

7:45 am - 3:50 am

SJC

IST

33h 05m

2 stops

4:50 am - 10:12 pm

IST

SJC

28h 22m

2 stops

$745Air France

Thu, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 10

8:40 am - 10:45 pm

SJC

IST

27h 05m

2 stops

6:30 am - 8:56 pm

IST

SJC

25h 26m

2 stops

$774Lufthansa

Tue, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 3

8:45 am - 10:45 pm

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IST

28h 00m

2 stops

5:55 pm - 9:07 pm

IST

SJC

37h 12m

2 stops

$785Lufthansa

Tue, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 30

8:50 am - 6:05 pm

SJC

IST

22h 15m

2 stops

6:30 am - 9:05 pm

IST

SJC

25h 35m

2 stops

$786United Airlines

Sun, Feb 22 - Wed, Mar 4

8:45 am - 5:55 pm

SJC

IST

23h 10m

2 stops

5:40 am - 10:36 pm

IST

SJC

26h 56m

2 stops

$787United Airlines

Mon, Mar 16 - Tue, Mar 31

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

Feb 27

SAW1:40 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

44h 19m

2 stops

SJC10:59 pmSan Jose

$1,065

Qatar Airways

Mar 17

SJC10:16 amSan Jose

39h 54m

2 stops

SAW12:10 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Apr 16

SAW1:35 pmIstanbul Sabiha Gokcen

40h 25m

2 stops

SJC8:00 pmSan Jose

$1,078

Qatar Airways

Jan 21

SJC11:00 amSan Jose

38h 20m

2 stops

IST12:20 pmIstanbul

Jan 27

IST1:50 pmIstanbul

41h 14m

2 stops

SJC8:04 pmSan Jose

$1,085

United Airlines flights from San Jose, California to Istanbul

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United Airlines

Feb 22

SJC8:50 amSan Jose

22h 15m

2 stops

IST6:05 pmIstanbul

Mar 4

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 35m

2 stops

SJC9:05 pmSan Jose

$786

United Airlines

Mar 16

SJC10:55 pmSan Jose

37h 50m

2 stops

IST10:45 pmIstanbul

Apr 1

IST5:40 amIstanbul

26h 56m

2 stops

SJC10:36 pmSan Jose

$787

United Airlines

Jan 26

SJC4:00 pmSan Jose

38h 45m

2 stops

IST5:45 pmIstanbul

Feb 3

IST6:30 amIstanbul

25h 26m

2 stops

SJC8:56 pmSan Jose

$793

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6:20 am-5:25 pm

2 stops24h 05m

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Fri 1/30

12:55 pm-4:02 pm

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Thu 1/29

11:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops22h 40m

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4:00 pm-4:02 pm

2 stops35h 02m

$729

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Tue 1/27

9:46 am-4:55 pm

2 stops20h 09m

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2 stops23h 50m

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2 stops22h 12m

$734

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5:54 am-5:25 pm

2 stops24h 31m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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1:00 pm-9:22 pm

2 stops43h 22m

$735

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San Jose

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7:45 am-3:50 am

2 stops33h 05m

Istanbul

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2 stops28h 22m

$745

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SJCIST

San Jose

Tue 1/27

8:40 am-10:45 pm

2 stops27h 05m

Istanbul

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6:30 am-8:56 pm

2 stops25h 26m

$774

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SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Tue 3/17

8:45 am-10:45 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 3/30

5:55 pm-9:07 pm

2 stops37h 12m

$785

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 2/22

8:50 am-6:05 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 3/4

6:30 am-9:05 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$786

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Mon 3/16

8:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops23h 10m

Istanbul

Tue 3/31

5:40 am-10:36 pm

2 stops26h 56m

$787

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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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