Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oslo: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Oslo is one hour ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located. Oslo observes the UTC+1 timezone.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the most popular route, with 19 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from LGW to OSL is with Norwegian Air Shuttle at 20:55. Go for the first departure with Norwegian Air Shuttle at 09:15 if you want to get on your way earlier.
Allow plenty of time to get on your LGW to Oslo flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct London Gatwick Airport to Oslo tickets are available for booking. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is where you'll complete your journey.
Take to the skies with Norwegian Air Shuttle. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from LGW to Oslo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Bergen Flesland Airport (BGO)
The journey from central London to LGW takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of LGW.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Oslo
$69 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Oslo flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $136. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flights from LGW to Oslo by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Organise your trip for June. That's the best month for landing an awesome deal on London Gatwick Airport to Oslo tickets. If you're open to different travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near OSL:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Oslo Gardermoen Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from LGW to Oslo.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
Once your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo has touched down, you can reach the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Oslo is roughly 113 kilometres from TORP Sandefjord (TRF).
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 50 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places ready to welcome you near TRF. Unwind and get cosy after your LGW to Oslo flight at one of these well-located options:
Score the best price by booking your ride from TRF one week in advance. You'll also have access to a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
January is the quietest month for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo, while September is the most popular. Work out the best time to go to Oslo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before booking a London Gatwick Airport to Oslo plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from LGW to Oslo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Oslo, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Det Kongelige Slott are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Oslo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Norway waiting to be explored. About 306 kilometres west of Oslo, a trip to Bergen will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Fløyfjellet, Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama.
Trondheim is another must-experience destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No trip is complete without dropping by Nidaros Cathedral (Nidaros Domkirke), Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.