Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul is 3 hours 55 minutes.
Oslo Airport Gardermoen is located in Oslo. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is two hours ahead of Oslo.
With 18 weekly flights between the two airports, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Norwegian Air Shuttle operates the earliest flight at 06:05. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from OSL to IST is with Turkish Airlines at 18:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your OSL to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul tickets are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll be touching down.
Well-known carriers that offer direct flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul include:
We make it easy to book plane tickets from OSL to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to OSL? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
71.98% of flights that take off from Oslo Airport Gardermoen arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul
55 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket starts at 105 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
To secure cheap flights from OSL to Istanbul, reserve your trip four months before your departure.
Plan your trip for August. That's the best month for landing a bargain on Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
You don't need to keep looking every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's an updated deal for cheap flights from OSL to Istanbul.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 50 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Follow your own route with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from OSL to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The centre of Istanbul is around 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
Following your OSL to Istanbul flight, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from SAW four weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Istanbul offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from OSL to Istanbul around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
After booking your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are popular attractions which should feature on every Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another essential stop in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without seeing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.