Travelling from Oslo to Dubai: what you need to know
Oslo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Oslo to Dubai departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
When it comes to choosing where to land in Dubai, Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the major entry points.
The average duration of a direct Oslo to Dubai flight is 7 hours.
Dubai's timezone is UTC+4, making Dubai three hours ahead of Oslo.
The most popular route for flights from Oslo to Dubai is from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Dubai Airport (DXB). Choose from seven services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from OSL to DXB is the 14:10 Emirates option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last scheduled departure is at 14:35 with Emirates.
Leave plenty of time to get on your Oslo to Dubai flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Dubai
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Set out from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and fly straight through to Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). If you're searching for a direct flight from Oslo to Dubai out of OSL, those are your arrival choices.
Look out for deals with Emirates. This airline offers direct Oslo to Dubai plane tickets from OSL.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Oslo to Dubai flights leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice (KRK)
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
OSL is about 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to Dubai? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen:
71.98% of flights departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen arrive at their destination on schedule.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
With public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 88 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy an additional night away? Consider staying at one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your flight from Oslo to Dubai:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.77%.
Arriving in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
The distance from Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is roughly 10 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel close to DXB if you have a late flight from Oslo to Dubai. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and discover Dubai and beyond with your own wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Dubai Airport around three weeks in advance of your Oslo to Dubai flight.
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Central Dubai is approximately 40 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). As soon as your flight from Oslo to Dubai has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 45 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 5 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near DWC. Kick back after your Oslo to Dubai flight at one of these well-located options:
Quicklease Car Hire, Quick Drive and Golden Key Car Hire make collecting a Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Get the pick of the lot. Reserving your ride from DWC three weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
January is the busiest month for flights from Oslo to Dubai. To avoid the crowds, go to Dubai in April.
The warmest month in Dubai is July, with temperatures ranging between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF). Book your Oslo to Dubai ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Oslo to Dubai in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Oslo to Dubai, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Mall Heart are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Dubai to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Desert safari tourism.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
You've done Dubai, now it's time to explore more of United Arab Emirates. Travel about 23 kilometres north-east to Sharjah to tick off its leading attractions. From Al majaz waterfront to Petrofac and Al Montazah Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in United Arab Emirates. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Emirates Palace, Dubai and Qasr Al Watan.