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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Oslo to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £135. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Istanbul.£58 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £58, select.

Istanbul.£59 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £59, select.

Istanbul.£59 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £59, select.

Istanbul.£63 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £63, select.

Istanbul.£66 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Istanbul.£70 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £70, select.

Istanbul.£72 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £72, select.

Istanbul.£74 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Norwegian.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £74, select.

Istanbul.£77 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £77, select.

Istanbul.£83 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Pegasus Airlines departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.

Istanbul.£96 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Apr.One-way flight with Wizz Air Malta.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from TORP Sandefjord on Thu, 8 Apr, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £96, select.

Istanbul.£97 per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 May.One-way flight with Wizz Air.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air, departs from Oslo Gardermoen on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From £97, 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 November.

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Alternative Oslo to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Oslo to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

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Oslo to Istanbul: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£58
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airline	Turkish Airlines
Average flights per week	432

Finding cheap flights from Oslo to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Istanbul?

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.

How much are return flights from Oslo to Istanbul?

The best price we found for a return flight from Oslo to Istanbul is £124. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Oslo to Istanbul?

3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Oslo to Istanbul.

Which airlines fly direct from Oslo to Istanbul?

Turkish Airlines, Thai Airways and IndiGo fly direct from Oslo to Istanbul.

How many flights are there a week from Oslo to Istanbul?

As of August 2026, there are 108 flights per week flying from Oslo to Istanbul.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oslo to Istanbul?

The cheapest month to fly from Oslo to Istanbul is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Istanbul?

If you're flying from Oslo, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul Sabiha – which is 18.9 miles away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from £124.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Oslo to Istanbul on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Oslo to Istanbul on Thursday, 5 November 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Oslo to Istanbul?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from Oslo to Istanbul?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Istanbul?

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.

What’s the weather like in Istanbul?

In August, the average temperature is usually around 25°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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Oslo to Istanbul with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Wizz Air. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is Pegasus Airlines.

Travelling from Oslo to Istanbul: what you need to know

Oslo has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Oslo to Istanbul leaving from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) or TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Touch down in Istanbul at Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
The average duration of a direct Oslo to Istanbul flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul two hours ahead of Oslo.
With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most popular route. Hop on the first flight from Oslo to Istanbul with Norwegian Air Shuttle 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.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Oslo to Istanbul flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Istanbul

Book three months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Oslo to Istanbul flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Oslo to Istanbul is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
Finding a cheap flight from Oslo to Istanbul is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a better deal is available.
Lock in a cheap Oslo to Istanbul flight with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Flying from Oslo

Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)

Depart from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) and fly straight through to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). If you're searching for a direct flight from Oslo to Istanbul out of OSL, those are your final stops.
Leading carriers that offer direct Oslo to Istanbul plane tickets from OSL include:
We make it simple to book a Oslo to Istanbul flight with a stopover. To see your options departing from Oslo Gardermoen Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
- Bucharest Otopeni Airport (OTP)
OSL is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Oslo. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
After a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Oslo to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart OSL land on time.

TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF)

You can reach TRF from central Oslo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to travel the 88 kms (55 miles) or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Oslo to Istanbul, stay in one of these hotels close to TORP Sandefjord Airport:
Flights from TORP Sandefjord Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 88% of them landing as planned.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 32 kms (20 miles). It'll take you about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Istanbul Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your Oslo to Istanbul flight.

Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

After your flight from Oslo to Istanbul has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 31 kms (19 miles) from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to lay your head close to SAW. Kick back after your Oslo to Istanbul flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Istanbul

August is the busiest month for flights from Oslo to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, visit Istanbul in March.
The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC. Book your Oslo to Istanbul ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Oslo to Istanbul in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.

More about Istanbul

Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Istanbul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Hagia Sophia, Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Türkiye (Turkey) just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kms (220 miles) east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Around 322 kms (200 miles) southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.