Flying from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
Oslo's main base, Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
2 hours 25 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Oslo to London Gatwick Airport flight.
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. The city operates on the UTC+0 timezone and is one hour behind Oslo.
The busiest route is from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), with 19 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from OSL to LGW is the 7am Norwegian Air Shuttle option. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 6:50pm with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Oslo to LGW.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
You can hop on a direct flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) out of Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
When departing from OSL, you can take a direct flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport with Norwegian Air Shuttle.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between OSL and LGW is Norwegian.
With an impressive 91.84% of services arriving as planned, Norwegian is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
The journey from central Oslo to OSL takes around 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Oslo Gardermoen Airport:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from OSL arrive on schedule 85% of the time.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
TRF is around 113 kilometres from central Oslo. It takes 1 hour 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near TORP Sandefjord the day before your Oslo to LGW flight:
The majority of flights that leave TORP Sandefjord arrive at their destination as planned. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 88%.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LGW instead:
For the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Oslo to London Gatwick Airport flight.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is about 40 kilometres from central London. The time it takes to get to the centre by taxi or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport is 37 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 93 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Oslo to LGW. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Oslo to London Gatwick Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
January is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Oslo to LGW plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in London to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in London right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Oslo to London Gatwick Airport:
The British Museum and Westminster Abbey are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your London itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered once you've seen London. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 193 kilometres northwest of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.