Flying from Alta Airport (ALF) to Oslo: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Alta Airport to Oslo and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours.
Oslo and Alta (where Alta Airport is located) are both in the UTC+1 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
The busiest route is from Alta Airport (ALF) to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL). You can choose from 12 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ALF to OSL is the 07:40 SAS option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 20:00 with SAS.
To avoid missing your ALF to Oslo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
You can book a direct Alta Airport to Oslo ticket. Begin your trip at ALF and arrive at Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL).
Take to the skies with SAS. This popular airline offers direct flights from Alta Airport to Oslo.
Located around 3 kilometres from the centre of Alta, ALF can be reached in about 5 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near ALF. Whether you're taking an early flight from Alta Airport to Oslo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are worth a look:
When it comes to Alta Airport's on-time performance, 67.34% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Alta Airport (ALF) to Oslo
63 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Alta Airport to Oslo flight. Return plane tickets start at 119 €. These prices may change depending on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from ALF to Oslo, book your trip nine months before your planned departure.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Alta Airport to Oslo tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to central Oslo is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes about 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Alta Airport to Oslo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near OSL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and venture far and wide through Oslo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Oslo Airport Gardermoen around three weeks in advance of your flight from ALF to Oslo can help you get the lowest rate.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Once your flight from Alta Airport to Oslo has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Oslo is roughly 121 kilometres from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
The trip will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your ALF to Oslo flight, unwind at a hotel near TRF. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Pick up a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Hertz, Sixt and Budget.
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from TRF one week ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
Plan your trip to Oslo in peak season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Alta Airport to Oslo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Alta Airport to Oslo plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALF to Oslo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Oslo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Oslo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Alta Airport to Oslo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, Viking Ship Museum and Akershus Fortress are leading attractions which should feature on any good Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Oslo. Around 306 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
Around 386 kilometres north of Oslo, Trondheim is another essential stop in Norway. Start your sightseeing at Ringve Museum, Rockheim and Stiftsgarden.
