Cheap flights from Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU) to Istanbul (IST) from $817

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJU — IST
Jun 2 — Jun 91

The best prices from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul are usually found in November or January, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Luis Munoz Marin Intl (SJU) to Istanbul (IST). 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 May 28, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,462

Round-trip from

$926
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 18% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 34% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 38 days in advance to save up to 39% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 38 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,081, or $1,457 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Istanbul Airport from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport. Prices for November average $1,267 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $740. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a November flight can save you 22% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (SJU - IST)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Luis Munoz Marin Intl and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Juan to Istanbul. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Wed 11/204:52 pmSJU - IST
2 stops24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/28:30 amIST - SJU
2 stops23h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$817
Wed 11/202:42 pmSJU - IST
2 stops26h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/307:55 amIST - SJU
2 stops23h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$927
Wed 11/204:52 pmSJU - IST
2 stops17h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/307:55 amIST - SJU
3 stops23h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,199
Tue 10/1511:59 amSJU - IST
3 stops21h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/298:05 amIST - SJU
2 stops33h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,355
Wed 8/283:50 pmSJU - IST
3 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/71:15 pmIST - SJU
3 stops32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,385
Wed 8/283:50 pmSJU - IST
3 stops20h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/71:15 pmIST - SJU
3 stops32h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,386
Sat 9/143:50 pmSJU - IST
3 stops20h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/198:25 amIST - SJU
2 stops22h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,717
Wed 7/318:30 pmSJU - IST
2 stops45h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/101:15 pmIST - SJU
2 stops40h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,777
Tue 7/301:30 amSJU - IST
2 stops40h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/101:15 pmIST - SJU
2 stops40h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$2,165

Cheap British Airways flights from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Luis Munoz Marin Intl and Istanbul. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on British Airways flights from San Juan to Istanbul. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 10/152:09 pmSJU - IST
2 stops27h 16mBritish Airways
Tue 10/292:55 pmIST - SJU
2 stops36h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$907
Mon 10/142:10 amSJU - IST
2 stops31h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 10/292:55 pmIST - SJU
2 stops36h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$951
Sat 9/141:37 pmSJU - IST
2 stops21h 08mBritish Airways
Thu 9/195:10 pmIST - SJU
2 stops56h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,158
Fri 9/132:10 amSJU - IST
2 stops32h 35mBritish Airways
Thu 9/195:10 pmIST - SJU
2 stops56h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,208

Cheap Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 28, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Juan to Istanbul in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 6/2212:41 pmSJU - IST
2 stops24h 24mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/284:50 amIST - SJU
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,198
Sat 6/221:30 pmSJU - IST
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/284:50 amIST - SJU
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,324
Sat 6/227:14 amSJU - IST
1 stop19h 56mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/284:50 amIST - SJU
2 stops29h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,339
Tue 5/284:45 amSJU - IST
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/44:50 amIST - SJU
2 stops21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,355
Tue 5/284:45 amSJU - IST
1 stop29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/42:10 pmIST - SJU
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,597
Tue 5/283:50 pmSJU - IST
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/410:00 amIST - SJU
2 stops33h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,717
Sat 6/224:35 amSJU - IST
3 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/282:45 pmIST - SJU
3 stops27h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,729
Mon 5/2712:59 amSJU - IST
2 stops26h 11mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/42:10 pmIST - SJU
1 stop35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,730
Mon 5/271:05 amSJU - IST
2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/46:10 amIST - SJU
2 stops24h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,941

Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Luis Munoz Marin Intl and Istanbul in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from San Juan to Istanbul in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 11/204:52 pmSJU - IST
2 stops24h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/28:30 amIST - SJU
2 stops23h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$817
Tue 10/152:09 pmSJU - IST
2 stops27h 16mBritish Airways
Tue 10/292:55 pmIST - SJU
2 stops36h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$907
Wed 11/202:42 pmSJU - IST
2 stops26h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/307:55 amIST - SJU
2 stops23h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/27$927
Sun 9/11:19 pmSJU - IST
2 stops28h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/98:25 amIST - SJU
2 stops40h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$944
Mon 10/142:10 amSJU - IST
2 stops31h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 10/292:55 pmIST - SJU
2 stops36h 09mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$951
Tue 11/192:05 amSJU - IST
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/26:35 amIST - SJU
2 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,010
Sun 9/11:19 pmSJU - IST
2 stops28h 11mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/98:25 amIST - SJU
3 stops33h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/28$1,017
Tue 11/192:05 amSJU - IST
2 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/306:35 amIST - SJU
2 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/27$1,095
Sat 9/141:37 pmSJU - IST
2 stops21h 08mBritish Airways
Thu 9/195:10 pmIST - SJU
2 stops56h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,158

Find flights from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Luis Munoz Marin Intl 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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Wed 11/20

2 stops24h 48m

Istanbul

Mon 12/2

2 stops23h 08m

$817

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Tue 10/15

2 stops27h 16m

Istanbul

Tue 10/29

2 stops36h 09m

$907

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Wed 11/20

2 stops26h 58m

Istanbul

Sat 11/30

2 stops23h 43m

$927

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Mon 10/14

2 stops31h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 10/29

2 stops36h 09m

$951

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Tue 11/19

2 stops33h 00m

Istanbul

Mon 12/2

2 stops25h 01m

$1,010

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Tue 11/19

2 stops33h 00m

Istanbul

Sat 11/30

2 stops25h 01m

$1,095

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sat 9/14

2 stops21h 08m

Istanbul

Thu 9/19

2 stops56h 10m

$1,158

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Tue 10/15

1 stop23h 36m

Istanbul

Tue 10/29

1 stop24h 27m

$1,275

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin IntlIstanbul

SJU - IST

SJUIST

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Wed 8/28

2 stops24h 50m

Istanbul

Sat 9/7

2 stops37h 02m

$1,316

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Deals found on 5/27

When is the best time to book a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on May 24, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

IST

Temperature

41 - 73.4 °F

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 May 28, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, British Airways and Turkish Airlines from San Juan to Istanbul by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

7.4
Good
3,715 reviews
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

7.4
Good
10,799 reviews
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

7.3
Good
14,316 reviews
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

7.0
Good
7,594 reviews
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

6.8
Okay
6,766 reviews
7.4
Good
3,715 reviews

Overall

7.4

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

i flew business class. the plane was old and and seat didnt work properly. the crew tried to help. additionally, the entertainment system headphone jack wasnt working. probably one of the most uncomfortable flights i've had.

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  • Can I find flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $817, but on average you can expect to pay $1,191.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Istanbul Airport, with prices starting at $817. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Turkish Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $907 and $1,275, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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    Many airlines flying from Luis Munoz Marin Intl to Istanbul offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

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    The San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/28.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

  • When is the best time to book a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $926). Flying from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,444). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$875Average$1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapest$907Average$1,017FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest$1,022Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$1,274Average$1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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