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Flights from Oslo to Istanbul

Nonstop flights from Oslo (OSL) to Istanbul (IST) take about 3h 32m (2,425 km). Turkish Airlines flies it. Lowest fare seen: $220 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Istanbul

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

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Before you flyPriority Pass options at Oslo →Trains, buses and taxi faresIST to Istanbul: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Istanbul →34 drop-off points, from €3.90

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Airlines flying Oslo to Istanbul

Carriers on OSL–IST according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Turkish Airlinesnonstop fare seen

Oslo to Istanbul fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $98 one-way. With stops: Jan 2027, from $81. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$11129 Oct 2026	—
Nov 2026	$984 Nov 2026	$97 · 1 stop27 Nov 2026
Dec 2026	$1171 Dec 2026	$85 · 1 stop4 Dec 2026
Jan 2027	$1128 Jan 2027	$81 · 1 stop6 Jan 2027
Apr 2027	$1513 Apr 2027	$124 · 1 stop3 Apr 2027
Jun 2027	$45824 Jun 2027	$169 · 1 stop24 Jun 2027
Sept 2027	$1049 Sept 2027	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $81 in January 2027, against $97 for November 2026.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 5 of 5 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Oslo to Istanbul, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Istanbul

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Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Oslo to Istanbul flights

How long is the flight from Oslo to Istanbul?

A nonstop flight from Oslo (OSL) to Istanbul (IST) takes about 3h 32m, covering 2,425 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Oslo from Istanbul by air?

The great-circle distance between Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport and İstanbul Airport is 2,425 km (1,507 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Oslo to Istanbul?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the OSL–IST route include Turkish Airlines. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Oslo to Istanbul cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on OSL–IST was $220 USD with Turkish Airlines (nonstop), departing 6 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oslo to Istanbul?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in January 2027 were cheapest, from $81 one-way, against $169 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Oslo to Istanbul?

In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $81 with one stop against $220 nonstop, a saving of $139. Nonstop saves the connection time.

Do I need a visa to travel from Norway to Turkey?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Turkey visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Istanbul?

Turkey is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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