Flying from Bergen Flesland 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 Flesland Airport is located.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BGO to Istanbul flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper plane ticket from BGO to Istanbul. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Munich Franz Joseph Strauss Airport (MUC)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
BGO is around 13 kilometers from central Bergen. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
In search of a hotel near BGO? If you've booked an early flight from Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
89% of flights departing from Bergen Flesland Airport land at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of BGO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bergen Flesland Airport (BGO) to Istanbul
$85 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $203. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from BGO to Istanbul, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul ticket.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometers. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IST:
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from BGO to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
The center of Istanbul is around 48 kilometers from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Once your flight from Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour 40 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to rest your head close to SAW. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your BGO to Istanbul flight at any of these well-located options:
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
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month for a trip to Istanbul. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Lock in a Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGO to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bergen Flesland Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Historic Areas of Istanbul and Hagia Sophia Museum are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Istanbul itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hagia Sophia History Museum.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
You've done Istanbul, now it's time to discover other corners of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometers east to Ankara to check off its popular sights. From The Roman Theatre to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 322 kilometers southwest of Istanbul, Izmir is another favorite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience major highlights starting with Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.