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$474+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to San José (SJO)

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — SJO
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dom. 8/3
dom. 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to San José (SJO). 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 julio 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$862
(Delta)

One-way from

$474
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,518
From Istanbul to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 29, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/16:40 pmIST - SJO
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 12/294:55 pmSJO - IST
2 stops21h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$887
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
mar. 12/24:50 amIST - SJO
2 stops26h 25mDelta
mié. 12/107:00 amSJO - IST
2 stops24h 55mDelta
Deal found 7/28$962
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/14:50 amIST - SJO
1 stop22h 00mAir France
dom. 12/288:05 pmSJO - IST
1 stop22h 45mAir France
Deal found 7/27$1,045
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
vie. 9/126:10 amIST - SJO
2 stops20h 00mKLM
vie. 9/197:25 pmSJO - IST
2 stops20h 55mKLM
Deal found 7/29$1,073
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/245:55 pmIST - SJO
1 stop32h 40mLufthansa
mar. 11/48:40 pmSJO - IST
1 stop17h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 7/28$1,149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
mar. 12/26:30 amIST - SJO
2 stops47h 09mUnited Airlines
mar. 12/302:20 pmSJO - IST
3 stops47h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$1,286

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to San José 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 julio 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Istanbul Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Istanbul

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

jue. 1/15

5:55 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops37h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/8

7:00 am-3:50 am

2 stops35h 50m

$862

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

lun. 12/1

6:40 pm-9:20 am

2 stops23h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 12/29

4:55 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops21h 30m

$887

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

lun. 12/1

4:50 am-5:50 pm

1 stop22h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 12/28

8:05 pm-3:50 am

1 stop22h 45m

$1,045

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

vie. 9/12

6:10 am-5:10 pm

2 stops20h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 9/19

7:25 pm-1:20 am

2 stops20h 55m

$1,073

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

vie. 10/24

5:55 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop32h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

8:40 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$1,149

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

jue. 9/11

4:45 am-10:27 am

2 stops38h 42m

$474

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

mar. 11/11

5:55 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop33h 30m

$801

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

jue. 9/18

4:20 am-5:10 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$817

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

mar. 11/11

6:40 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops59h 15m

$842

IstanbulSan José

IST - SJO

ISTSJO

Istanbul

vie. 11/14

7:00 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop32h 55m

$1,056

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Deals found on 7/27

Best time to book a flight from Istanbul to San José

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Istanbul Airport to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 IST to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated julio 29, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 48% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated julio 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM, and Air France from Istanbul Airport to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,383 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,265 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,208 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Nanette,Sep 2023

TPA - BOS

Although I adhered to 17.7 lbs for carry-on and complied with dimensions of personal item for ITA, I felt very restricted compared to other travelers.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Istanbul to San José. 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 into for flights to San José from Istanbul?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Istanbul to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Istanbul; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 0 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Istanbul. It is only a 8.8 mi journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip from $862. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air France, from $1,045, and KLM, from $1,073. Delta is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with KLM, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $801. Air France flights start at $817 while deals on British Airways start at $842 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Istanbul to San José 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 Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Istanbul Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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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