Flying from Bergen Airport (BGO) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is two hours ahead of Bergen, where Bergen Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to get on your BGO to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from BGO to Istanbul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Travelling from central Bergen to BGO takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BGO:
Of the flights that depart from Bergen Airport, 69.73% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bergen Airport (BGO) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bergen Airport to Istanbul flight is ر.ق. 277. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 700. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from BGO to Istanbul. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Bergen Airport to Istanbul is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest prices across each month and score an incredible deal.
Snapping up a cheap flight from BGO to Istanbul is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul with the help of our filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near IST if you're coming in on a late flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car and discover 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 deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead of your flight from BGO to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've disembarked your flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 55 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near SAW. Kick back and get cosy after your BGO to Istanbul flight at one of these well-located options:
Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent make collecting a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW will help you save.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Before securing your flights from Bergen Airport to Istanbul, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Istanbul offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Bergen Airport to Istanbul flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 20ºC to 30ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BGO to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC and 11ºC.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Istanbul right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Bergen Airport to Istanbul:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are must-visits when exploring Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No journey is complete without experiencing Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak.
