Are direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and time of year. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel duration when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Gothenburg to Istanbul flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often help you find more economical flights. Prices can vary significantly between different days of the week or even within the same month. Tools that show a calendar view of prices can be very useful for this.

What extra costs should I check before booking Gothenburg to Istanbul flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can impact the overall cost of your trip.

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2027-04-10 – 2027-04-16
GOT - Istanbul
87% AI deal score
SEK 4,278
SEK 1,822
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GOT - Istanbul
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SEK 4,091
SEK 1,852
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Gothenburg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

The journey from Gothenburg to Istanbul covers a distance of 2164 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route. This distance means you'll typically be in the air for a significant period, bridging a considerable geographical gap between the two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul, fares typically range from $160–$211, with a median of $200. Right now, fares are significantly below the typical level, and a substantial 83% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul, January stands out with a median fare of $144. December also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $179. Another option for more affordable travel is September, where the median fare is $208.

Regarding direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 14.7% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

A typical journey from Gothenburg to Istanbul, including connections, takes approximately 6h 45m. For the less common direct flights, the flight time is around 3h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Regular price: SEK 2,782 - SEK 6,821

Prices for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul is between 2782 SEK and 6821 SEK. The current lowest deal is 1446 SEK with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Dec 7-Dec 18.

now SEK 1,446

Low SEK 2,782

High SEK 6,821

The cheapest time to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

The cheapest month to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul is January, with a median price of $144. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $296. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from SEK 144

March

Most Expensive

Flights from SEK 296

Jan

Mar

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

SEK 4,963

SEK 2,819

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

SEK 4,900

SEK 3,235

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Wizz Air

SEK 4,069

SEK 2,077

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Wizz Air

SEK 4,227

SEK 2,117

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

SEK 4,818

SEK 1,978

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

SEK 3,985

SEK 2,067

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

SEK 5,155 → SEK 2,407

53%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

SEK 4,665 → SEK 2,011

57%

4 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 27

SEK 4,338 → SEK 1,743

60%

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

SEK 5,168 → SEK 2,605

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Gothenburg - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Gothenburg to Istanbul are below the typical level at $144.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $144

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul, with a median price of $144.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 30m

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul typically average 3h 30m, while connecting flights average 6h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14.7% of recent flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one airline offering direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul have historically been rare in the last 30 days.

Gothenburg main airports to depart from

Göteborg Landvetter (GOT)

Cheapest

Göteborg Landvetter Airport is a great choice for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

📍 ~19 km from Gothenburg city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~SEK 1,619

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~SEK 1,636

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Adnan Menderes as a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

📍 ~330 km from Istanbul (requires a separate domestic flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~SEK 1,901

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

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From GOT

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Jan 23

Istanbul, Turkey

87% AI deal score

$1,025

$577

Save $448

Lufthansa

Business Class

From GOT

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Dec 26

Istanbul, Turkey

85% AI deal score

$1,233

$704

Save $529

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 15

Istanbul, Turkey

85% AI deal score

$1,220

$704

Save $516

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Apr 09

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,078

$490

Save $588

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Apr 08

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,074

$490

Save $584

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 31

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,144

$500

Save $644

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Feb 02

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,022

$662

Save $360

KLM

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 08

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,176

$704

Save $472

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 26

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,214

$704

Save $510

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 10

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,211

$704

Save $507

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 14

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,201

$704

Save $497

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

From GOT

Elite

Dec 15

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,185

$704

Save $481

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Often, booking in advance may also lead to better deals.

Booking flights in advance is often recommended, as prices may increase closer to the departure date. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Mid-week bookings may sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekend bookings.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more flight options or different prices. While it may require additional travel to and from these airports, it could potentially lead to savings. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Gothenburg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

A typical journey from Gothenburg to Istanbul, including connections, takes approximately 6h 45m. For the less common direct flights, the flight time is around 3h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Regular price: SEK 2,782 - SEK 6,821

Prices for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul is between 2782 SEK and 6821 SEK. The current lowest deal is 1446 SEK with Pegasus Airlines for travel from Dec 7-Dec 18.

now SEK 1,446

Low SEK 2,782

High SEK 6,821

The cheapest time to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

January

Cheapest

Flights from SEK 144

March

Most Expensive

Flights from SEK 296

Jan

Mar

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Turkish Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

SEK 4,963

SEK 2,819

One-way

Tue, Oct 20

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Ryanair

SEK 4,900

SEK 3,235

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Wizz Air

SEK 4,069

SEK 2,077

One-way

Sun, Nov 1

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Wizz Air

SEK 4,227

SEK 2,117

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

SEK 4,818

SEK 1,978

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

GOT - Istanbul

Gothenburg (GOT) - Istanbul (SAW)

Pegasus Airlines

SEK 3,985

SEK 2,067

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

2 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 21

SEK 5,155 → SEK 2,407

53%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

SEK 4,665 → SEK 2,011

57%

4 nights

Nov 23 - Nov 27

SEK 4,338 → SEK 1,743

60%

1 night

Oct 19 - Oct 20

SEK 5,168 → SEK 2,605

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Gothenburg - Istanbul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Gothenburg to Istanbul are below the typical level at $144.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $144

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul, with a median price of $144.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 30m

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul typically average 3h 30m, while connecting flights average 6h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 14.7% of recent flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul are direct, with connecting flights dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Turkish Airlines is one airline offering direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul have historically been rare in the last 30 days.

Gothenburg main airports to depart from

Göteborg Landvetter (GOT)

Cheapest

Göteborg Landvetter Airport is a great choice for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

📍 ~19 km from Gothenburg city center (reachable by car or bus).

💸 Flights from ~SEK 1,619

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Istanbul Airport (IST)

Cheapest

Istanbul Airport is a primary arrival option for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~SEK 1,636

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Adnan Menderes (ADB)

Consider Adnan Menderes as a major international hub with high flight frequency and excellent connectivity.

Istanbul, Turkey

84% AI deal score

$1,185

$704

Save $481

LOT Polish Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

Cheap Flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Today’s best flight deals from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Gothenburg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Gothenburg to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Gothenburg - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $144

Direct flights average 3h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Gothenburg main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Jan 23

Dec 26

Dec 15

Apr 09

Apr 08

Dec 31

Feb 02

Dec 08

Dec 26

Dec 10

Dec 14

Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How can I find cheap flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?

When should I book flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?

Are direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Gothenburg to Istanbul flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Gothenburg to Istanbul flights?

Related routes

More routes from Gothenburg

Flights to Istanbul from other cities

Gothenburg to Istanbul: Overview

Insights for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

How much is a round trip from Gothenburg to Istanbul

The cheapest time to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Direct flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Last-minute flights going from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Popular Airports to fly from Gothenburg to Istanbul

Gothenburg - Istanbul route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

January is historically cheapest at $144

Direct flights average 3h 30m

Connecting flights are dominant

Turkish Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are rare for this route

Gothenburg main airports to depart from

Istanbul main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Istanbul used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Istanbul

Best Elite deals to Istanbul

Jan 23

Dec 26

Dec 15

Apr 09

Apr 08

Dec 31

Feb 02

Dec 08

Dec 26

Dec 10

Dec 14

Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Istanbul

How can I find cheap flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?

When should I book flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Gothenburg to Istanbul?