Travelling from Oslo to Minneapolis: what you need to know
Oslo is home to two main airports where you can kick off your travels. Explore your options for booking a flight from Oslo to Minneapolis flying out of Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Touch down at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP), the chief entry point to Minneapolis.
The timezone in Minneapolis is UTC-5, which is six hours behind Oslo.
For a stress-free start to your trip, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your Oslo to Minneapolis flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Minneapolis
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap Oslo to Minneapolis flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your plane ticket from Oslo to Minneapolis.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from Oslo to Minneapolis by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' Oslo to Minneapolis flights.
Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing Oslo to Minneapolis flights leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
OSL is around 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Oslo to Minneapolis? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Oslo Airport Gardermoen, data shows 71.98% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
You can get to TRF from central Oslo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 88 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your flight from Oslo to Minneapolis:
Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67%. This figure reflects how often flights departing from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Arriving in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
The distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to central Minneapolis is roughly 13 kilometers. It'll take you about 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 25 minutes.
Book a hotel near MSP if you have a late flight from Oslo to Minneapolis. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Thrifty or Dollar to explore Minneapolis and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
The street address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
Best time to go to Minneapolis
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Oslo to Minneapolis. July is the most popular month to travel to Minneapolis. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your Oslo to Minneapolis tickets, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Minneapolis, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap flights from Oslo to Minneapolis in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -1ºC (30ºF) on average.
More about Minneapolis
Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Minneapolis, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these options your base for exploring Minneapolis:
Walker Art Centre and Minneapolis Institute of Arts are a couple of top attractions to add to your Minneapolis travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Explore more of United States
Minneapolis is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Minneapolis, a visit to Milwaukee will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Miller Park, Pabst Mansion and Milwaukee Public Museum.
Omaha is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 467 kilometres south-west of Minneapolis. No trip is complete without experiencing Old Market, Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge and Heartland of America Park.
