Travelling from Bergen Airport (BGO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Bergen Airport is located in Bergen. Based in the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 2 hours ahead of Bergen.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from BGO to Istanbul. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from BGO to Istanbul. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
You won't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Norway and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements are subject to changes. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Bergen Airport to Istanbul, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the most up-to-date information.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Bergen, BGO can be reached in about 26 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 48 minutes.
In search of a handy hotel close to BGO? If you've booked an early flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bergen Airport (BGO) to Istanbul
R 1,923 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Bergen Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,475. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from BGO to Istanbul. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near IST if you're catching a late flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Central Istanbul is about 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). As soon as your flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 57 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from BGO to Istanbul:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Bergen Airport to Istanbul. To skip the crowds, head for Istanbul in February when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
Look for cheap flights from BGO to Istanbul in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
Complete your Istanbul trip with a car rental
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