Flying from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL): What you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when organising your flight from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Check out your options for leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport flight.
Oslo is one hour ahead of London. Oslo Gardermoen Airport is located in Oslo, which follows the UTC+1 timezone.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the most popular route. There are 51 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, take the last flight with British Airways at 8:45pm. Go for the first LHR to OSL departure with SAS at 6:40am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from London to OSL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to finalize your plans or simply relax.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You can jump on a direct flight from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
SAS is a well-known carrier that operates direct flights from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport leaving from LHR.
Scandinavian Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LHR to OSL.
Scandinavian Airlines leads the way in punctuality. An impressive 95.04% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to London Heathrow Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Consider flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). You can book a direct London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) plane ticket with departures from here.
Norwegian Air Shuttle operates direct flights from London to OSL departing from LGW. Book your favourite window seat and get to your destination without any detours.
On the LGW to OSL route, Norwegian is the go-to airline for most travellers.
Need a carrier known for punctuality? Go with Norwegian. 91.28% of its flights between London Gatwick Airport and Oslo Gardermoen Airport touch down on schedule.
LGW is about 48 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to OSL flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 82% of them arriving right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Make it to your destination faster from London Stansted Airport (STN). Direct flights from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport are available from here.
Fly out of STN with Ryanair UK. This trusted airline offers direct London to OSL plane tickets.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between STN and OSL is Ryanair UK Ltd.
From central London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to London Stansted Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means the majority of its flights arrive at their destination on schedule and your plans go off without a hitch.
About Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near OSL:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo
From Oslo Gardermoen Airport, central Oslo is around 48 kilometres away. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Currently, $28 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $56. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book eight months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to OSL.
Schedule your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
September is the busiest month for flights from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Visit Oslo in January for a more low-key escape.
When booking your London to OSL plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January has temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Oslo Gardermoen Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
Your trip to Oslo isn't complete without checking out the sights. Major attractions you can't miss include The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, Viking Ship Museum and Det Kongelige Slott.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Oslo, now it's time to explore more of Norway. Travel around 290 kilometres southwest to Kristiansand to check off its must-visit sights. From Lille Kjæragbolten to Bystranda and Baneheia Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Skien is another must-experience destination in Norway and is around 137 kilometres southwest of Oslo. No journey is complete without a visit to The Telemark Canal, Skien Sluse (Telemarkskanalen) and Telemark Museum.