Flying from Los Angeles to Oslo: what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Los Angeles to Oslo. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are Oslo's chief entry points.
Oslo is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your Los Angeles to Oslo flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Oslo
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Los Angeles to Oslo flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for Los Angeles to Oslo flights leaving from Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Los Angeles to Oslo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Los Angeles International Airport:
Los Angeles International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX touch down on schedule 81.05% of the time.
LAX is located at One World Way.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is approximately 40 kilometers from central Oslo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 40 minutes.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
Consider booking a hotel near OSL if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Oslo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car and explore Oslo and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Hertz and Thrifty are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
As soon as your flight from Los Angeles to Oslo has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Oslo is approximately 88 kilometres from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Travelling by public transport will take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near TRF. Kick back after your Los Angeles to Oslo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, Sixt and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from TRF one week in advance often means better deals and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Oslo. To escape the crowds, visit Oslo in February.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Los Angeles to Oslo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Search for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Oslo around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Oslo, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress are top sights which should be on any well-planned Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many places in Norway waiting to be explored after you've experienced Oslo. Around 306 kilometres to the west, check out popular attractions including Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Norway, head for Trondheim, roughly 386 kilometres north of Oslo. Kristiansten Fortress, Ringve Museum and Old Town Bridge are highlights.