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$390+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Istanbul

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — IST
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$759
(KLM)

One-way from

$404
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,387
From San Jose to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2810:10 amSJC - IST
2 stops19h 45mKLM
Wed 1/215:10 amIST - SJC
2 stops23h 38mKLM
Deal found 7/1$759
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:00 amSJC - IST
3 stops35h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/221:40 amIST - SJC
3 stops32h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$874
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:30 amSJC - IST
2 stops20h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/236:10 amIST - SJC
2 stops25h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$877
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/311:09 pmSJC - IST
2 stops20h 06mBritish Airways
Mon 9/228:15 pmIST - SJC
2 stops32h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 6/30$881
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:31 pmSJC - SAW
2 stops21h 34mKLM
Fri 9/198:45 amSAW - SJC
2 stops24h 05mKLM
Deal found 7/2$896
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:30 pmSJC - IST
2 stops25h 55mDelta
Tue 10/214:20 amIST - SJC
2 stops27h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/2$896
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:00 amSJC - SAW
2 stops23h 20mBritish Airways
Mon 10/203:00 pmSAW - SJC
2 stops35h 52mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/2$925
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/171:09 pmSJC - IST
2 stops25h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/248:15 amIST - SJC
2 stops22h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$925
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:20 pmSJC - IST
3 stops36h 50mAir Canada
Tue 9/231:05 pmIST - SJC
3 stops34h 29mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$926
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:00 pmSJC - IST
2 stops40h 30mIberia
Wed 9/246:20 pmIST - SJC
2 stops36h 45mIberia
Deal found 6/30$976
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:45 amSJC - IST
2 stops26h 35mLufthansa
Wed 9/35:55 pmIST - SJC
2 stops37h 23mLufthansa
Deal found 7/2$1,023
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/89:00 amSJC - SAW
2 stops47h 45mQatar Airways
Mon 9/158:05 pmSAW - SJC
2 stops32h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,031

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Istanbul that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 12/28

10:10 am-4:55 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Istanbul

Wed 1/21

5:10 am-5:48 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$759

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:00 am-3:50 am

3 stops35h 50m

Istanbul

Mon 9/22

1:40 am-12:24 am

3 stops32h 44m

$874

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:30 am-1:05 pm

2 stops20h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 9/23

6:10 am-9:18 pm

2 stops25h 08m

$877

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 8/31

1:09 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops20h 06m

Istanbul

Mon 9/22

8:15 pm-6:35 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$881

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Fri 10/10

3:30 pm-3:25 am

2 stops25h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 10/21

4:20 am-9:46 pm

2 stops27h 26m

$896

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Sat 9/13

1:31 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops21h 34m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Fri 9/19

8:45 am-10:50 pm

2 stops24h 05m

$896

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Sun 8/17

1:09 pm-12:25 am

2 stops25h 16m

Istanbul

Sun 8/24

8:15 am-9:06 pm

2 stops22h 51m

$925

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - SAW

SJCSAW

San Jose

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 10/20

3:00 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops35h 52m

$925

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Wed 9/10

6:20 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops36h 50m

Istanbul

Tue 9/23

1:05 pm-1:34 pm

3 stops34h 29m

$926

San JoseIstanbul

SJC - IST

SJCIST

San Jose

Tue 9/2

3:00 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops40h 30m

Istanbul

Wed 9/24

6:20 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops36h 45m

$976

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Istanbul?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from San Jose to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Istanbul at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Jose to Istanbul?

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM, and Qatar Airways from San Jose to Istanbul. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,366 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Jose to Istanbul?

    Most people fly from San Jose (SJC) if they book a flight from San Jose to Istanbul. On average, San Jose has 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day from 0 airlines. San Jose is conveniently located just 2.9 mi from San Jose’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Istanbul round-trip?

    Flying on KLM is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul, with prices starting at $759. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $877 and $881, respectively. Users have found that KLM is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Istanbul one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $584 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include KLM from $704 and United Airlines from $755 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Istanbul?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Istanbul (average of $923). Flying from San Jose to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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