Cheap flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

January stands out as the cheapest month for this route when demand is lowest after the holiday rush. School holidays and Christmas travel push prices up in December while summer sees more visitors but also more flight choices. Midweek departures tend to cost less than weekend flights on connecting routes like this one.

Full-service carriers like KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines and LOT Polish Airlines include checked baggage and meals on most tickets. Low-cost operators such as Wizz Air, Pegasus and Eurowings charge separately for extras that travelers should budget for. German Airways and Braathens Regional Aviation offer alternative connection points through their networks.

Istanbul Airport sits far from the city centre while Sabiha Gokcen is closer but still requires ground transport. Arrange airport transfers ahead of time since prices vary by season and time of day. Both airports have metro connections though schedules differ, and taxis provide another option depending on how much luggage you carry.

Currency

TRY (₺)

Power sockets

Type C, F · 230 V

Language

Turkish

Emergency number

112, 177

Driving side

right

Calling code

+36

Internet domain

.tr

Population of Istanbul

15.7 M (2023)

Time zone

UTC+03 (Europe/Istanbul)

Country facts: Wikidata

• Verify which Istanbul airport your flight arrives at before booking any tickets
• Check baggage allowances carefully when mixing full-service and low-cost airlines
• Ensure connection times allow enough room if flying separate tickets
• Confirm passport validity meets Turkey's entry requirements for your nationality
• Pack light during peak travel months to avoid unexpected fees on budget carriers