Travelling from Istanbul to Oslo: what you need to know
Istanbul has two main airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Oslo departing from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) and TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are Oslo's primary gateways.
Hop on a direct Istanbul to Oslo flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 55 minutes.
Oslo is two hours behind Istanbul and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
The busiest route for flights from Istanbul to Oslo is from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Take your pick of 18 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IST to OSL is the 07:30 Turkish Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last scheduled departure is at 21:20 with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your Istanbul to Oslo flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Oslo
Currently, $107 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Oslo. The cheapest price for a return flight is $256. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To secure cheap Istanbul to Oslo flights, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Istanbul to Oslo is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Flying from Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Set off from Istanbul Airport (IST) on a nonstop flight from Istanbul to Oslo. From IST, you can fly directly into Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
Look out for promotions with Turkish Airlines. This airline offers direct Istanbul to Oslo plane tickets from IST.
We make it easy to book a Istanbul to Oslo flight with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Istanbul Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Hamburg International Airport (HAM)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Istanbul, IST can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Istanbul to Oslo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)
You can take a direct flight from Istanbul to Oslo leaving from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). Start your journey at SAW and touch down at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
You can book a direct Istanbul to Oslo plane ticket with Pegasus. This is one of the leading airlines operating this route out of SAW.
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Istanbul to Oslo flight. Visit friends or family or cross another city off your list. Whatever your plans, here's where you can stop between Istanbul Sabiha Airport and Oslo:
Munich Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
SAW is around 31 kilometres from central Istanbul. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these accommodation options near Istanbul Sabiha Airport the day before your flight from Istanbul to Oslo:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Istanbul Sabiha Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68%.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo is approximately 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Oslo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OSL instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Oslo Gardermoen Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Oslo's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Oslo Gardermoen Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is around 88 kilometres from central Oslo. Following your flight from Istanbul to Oslo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TRF. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Istanbul to Oslo:
The quickest way to reach your destination is with a TORP Sandefjord Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Hertz, Sixt or Budget and get going in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from TRF one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Istanbul to Oslo. September is the busiest month to visit Oslo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in a Istanbul to Oslo ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Oslo to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Istanbul to Oslo in January when temperatures average between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Oslo, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. The Norwegian Opera and Ballet, Viking Ship Museum and The Royal Palace are highlights which should feature on every Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many places in Norway waiting to be discovered after you've seen Oslo. Around 306 kilometres to the west, popular attractions include Fløyfjellet, Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama.
Trondheim is another sought-after destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No trip is complete without a visit to Nidaros Cathedral, Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.
