Flying from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): What you need to know
San Francisco is nine hours behind Oslo. San Francisco International Airport is located in San Francisco, which follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Oslo to SFO. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Oslo to SFO that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between OSL and SFO include:
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 48 kilometres from central Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Oslo Gardermoen Airport:
85% of flights leaving Oslo Gardermoen Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of OSL.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 1 hour 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 113 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near TORP Sandefjord the day before your Oslo to SFO flight:
Flights from TORP Sandefjord are known for their punctuality, with 88% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Have a late flight from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near SFO and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Oslo to San Francisco International Airport flight.
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It takes around 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport is $499. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $806. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Oslo to SFO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Cheap Oslo to San Francisco International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport (SFO). July is when most people travel to San Francisco. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in December.
Book a Oslo to SFO plane ticket departing in September if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Francisco to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport in January when temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF).
More about San Francisco
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to San Francisco International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Francisco:
Golden Gate Bridge and Painted Ladies - Alamo Square are just the start of the big attractions to add to your San Francisco itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Alcatraz Island.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 257 kilometres east to Fresno to tick off its leading attractions. From Forestiere Underground Gardens to Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Sacramento, roughly 129 kilometres northeast of San Francisco. California State Railroad Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Crocker Art Museum are highlights.