Flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL): what you need to know
Oslo's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Oslo six hours ahead of Detroit.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Show up at the airport on time to catch your DTW to OSL flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DTW and OSL:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
New York Newark Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Currently, 231 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 610 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from DTW to OSL, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport.
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Handy information about Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to Detroit Wayne County Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights complete their journey on time.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near DTW:
Arriving at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Consider booking a hotel near OSL if you have a late Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Oslo Gardermoen Airport rental car and discover Oslo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are well-known companies to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Oslo Gardermoen Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo
From Oslo Gardermoen Airport, Oslo is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 40 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
When to fly to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Oslo. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your flights from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Oslo Gardermoen Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DTW to OSL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Oslo, now it's time to explore other corners of Norway. Travel about 306 kilometres west to Bergen to tick off its popular sights. From Fløyfjellet to Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama, your itinerary will be busy.
Trondheim is another sought-after destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nidaros Cathedral (Nidaros Domkirke), Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.