Travelling from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to take off from. Check out your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when planning your flight from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the city's other main bases.
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen flight.
The timezone in Oslo is UTC+1, which is one hour ahead of London. Oslo Airport Gardermoen is located in Oslo.
With 50 direct flights a week between the two airports, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is the most popular route. SAS operates the earliest flight at 6:40am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from LHR to OSL is with British Airways at 8:45pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to OSL.
During peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Nonstop flights from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen with SAS. This leading airline offers services from LHR.
SAS ranks first in bookings for flights from LHR to OSL.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is SAS. Its services land as scheduled 76.05% of the time.
LHR is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 55 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 1 hour.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Prefer to leave from London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) plane tickets can be booked from here.
From LGW, direct flights from London to OSL can be booked with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
On the LGW to OSL route, Norwegian Air Shuttle is the top airline in terms of bookings.
Norwegian Air Shuttle has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between London Gatwick Airport and Oslo Airport Gardermoen.
You can get to LGW from central London in approximately 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your London to OSL flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your journey at Stansted Airport (STN) and head straight to your destination without any layovers. You can book direct flights from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen out of here.
Get ready to jet away with Ryanair UK. It offers direct London to OSL plane tickets from STN.
Ryanair UK is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from STN to OSL.
From the centre of London, STN is around 64 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Make catching an early London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
Flights that leave from STN touch down at their destination on schedule 64.73% of the time.
About Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near OSL:
Pick up an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car and explore Oslo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle around three weeks before your London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen flight.
Getting from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to central Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen to the centre of Oslo is around 40 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
15 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Return flights start at 30 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap flights from London to OSL by booking eight months ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.
Plan your trip for January. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
February is the quietest month for flights from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), while June is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Oslo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your London to OSL plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Oslo Airport Gardermoen, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet, M/S Nobel: Oslo Fjord Sightseeing / Hop On Hop Off Boat and Viking Ship Museum are highlights which should feature on every Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
You've done Oslo, now it's time to explore more of Norway. Journey around 290 kilometres south-west to Kristiansand to tick off its top attractions. From Lille Kjæragbolten to Holmenkollen and Bystranda, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Norway, consider Skien, roughly 137 kilometres south-west of Oslo. The Telemark Canal, Skien Sluse (Telemarkskanalen) and The Adventure Factory are key reasons to visit.