Travelling from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Oslo.
Choose from 25 weekly Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. The 09:10 departure with Norwegian Air Shuttle is the earliest available. Turkish Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:45.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your OSL to IST flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Norwegian Air Shuttle offers direct flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Istanbul — and maybe even more of Türkiye (Turkey) if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between OSL and IST:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is Rs23,370. A round-trip fare is currently Rs56,312. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book nine months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from OSL to IST.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from OSL to IST.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Handy information about Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
71.98% of flights that depart Oslo Airport Gardermoen reach their destination on schedule.
Central Oslo to Oslo Airport Gardermoen is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to OSL:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you have a late Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near IST:
Grab 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 you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The quietest month for a flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Istanbul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Istanbul Ataturk Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Look for cheap tickets from OSL to IST sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you want to check out another major stop in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square are key reasons to visit.