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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Oslo to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.£85 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 4 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.
Istanbul.£102 per passenger.Departing Sun, 11 May, returning Wed, 28 May.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 11 May, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £102, select.
Istanbul.£107 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £107, select.
Istanbul.£109 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Wed, 22 Oct.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £109, select.
Istanbul.£114 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £114, select.
Istanbul.£116 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.
Istanbul.£117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Istanbul on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £117, select.
Istanbul.£118 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Dec, returning Sat, 13 Dec.Return flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Oslo Gardermoen.Price includes taxes and charges.From £118, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Oslo to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Oslo to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Oslo to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£85
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week324

Finding cheap flights from Oslo to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Oslo to Istanbul is £85. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Oslo to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, IndiGo and PIA fly direct from Oslo to Istanbul.
As of April 2025, there are 81 flights per week flying from Oslo to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Oslo to Istanbul is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from Oslo, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £85.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Oslo to Istanbul on Sunday, 4 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Istanbul but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Norwegian .

Travelling from Oslo to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • There are two main airports to choose from in Oslo. Explore your options departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) when planning your flight from Oslo to Istanbul.

  • Touch down in Istanbul at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The average duration of a direct Oslo to Istanbul flight is 3 hours 55 minutes.

  • Istanbul is two hours ahead of Oslo and follows the UTC+3 timezone.

  • With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Hop on the earliest flight from Oslo to Istanbul with Norwegian Air Shuttle at 09:10. If you prefer to make the most of your day before taking off, the latest flight from OSL to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 18:45.

  • Leave enough time to make your Oslo to Istanbul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Istanbul

  • Book five months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap Oslo to Istanbul flights.

  • Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on plane tickets from Oslo to Istanbul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Oslo to Istanbul.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Oslo to Istanbul flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'

Flying from Oslo

Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)

  • Begin your trip at Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), which has a range of direct flights from Oslo to Istanbul. From OSL, you can fly straight into Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • Well-known carriers that offer direct Oslo to Istanbul plane tickets from OSL include:

  • We make it a cinch to find an Oslo to Istanbul flight with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)

    • Belgrad Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG)

    • Copenhagen Airport (CPH)

  • OSL is about 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo to Istanbul, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

  • Of the departures from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% touch down on time at their destination.

Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)

  • TRF is around 88 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take you 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Oslo to Istanbul? Check in to a hotel near Torp Sandefjord Airport before your holiday officially begins. Consider one of these stays:

  • Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 66.77%.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Istanbul, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near IST:

  • Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and explore Istanbul and beyond with your own wheels. Hit, Avec car rentals and Eren Rent a Car are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Oslo to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is approximately 31 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Oslo to Istanbul:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare rates and availability from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Get exactly what you want. Reserving your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Istanbul, while April is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Istanbul based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • When booking your Oslo to Istanbul tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Oslo to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Istanbul, browse our range of hotels including:

  • Topkapi Palace and The Basilica Cistern are just a couple of the big attractions to put on your Istanbul itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Galata Tower.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

Plan the rest of your trip from Oslo to Istanbul

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