Travelling from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to London: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport is located in Oslo. Operating on the UTC+0 timezone, London is 1 hour behind Oslo.
The most popular route is from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Choose from 259 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OSL to LHR is the 06:50 British Airways service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:20 with British Airways.
To ensure you get on your flight from OSL to London, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
You can fly directly to London departing from OSL. Land at any of these airports following your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can choose from various airlines that operate direct flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London, such as:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from OSL to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Bergen Airport (BGO)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
You can enter United Kingdom for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Norway. But before booking your cheap tickets from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to London, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes approximately 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 38 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a handy hotel near OSL? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to London
RM54 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM127. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from OSL to London by booking 3 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from central London. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 57 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
As soon as your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is approximately 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can also opt for public transport, which typically takes 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from OSL to London, kick back at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit London, consider the pace you like to travel at.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from OSL to London in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to London, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
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