Traveling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Oslo: what you need to know
O'Hare International Airport is located in Chicago. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Oslo is six hours ahead of Chicago.
Leave plenty of time to make your ORD to Oslo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're traveling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When searching for plane tickets from ORD to Oslo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Traveling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 16 miles in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to ORD:
74.85% of flights leaving from O'Hare International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Oslo
$206 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Oslo flight. A return plane ticket right now is $375. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from ORD to Oslo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for an O'Hare International Airport to Oslo ticket.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to central Oslo is roughly 30 miles. It'll take you around 40 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near OSL if you're coming in on a late flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Go where the road takes you with an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and see more of Oslo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Oslo Airport Gardermoen around three weeks ahead of your flight from ORD to Oslo.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Central Oslo is about 75 miles from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF). Once your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo has touched down and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the center in 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TRF. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your ORD to Oslo flight:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make picking up a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car quick and easy. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from TRF one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
Carefully consider your trip dates before securing your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and top attractions can get busy. Plan your trip to Oslo in the low season for a quieter vibe.
When booking your O'Hare International Airport to Oslo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 46ºF to 77ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to Oslo in January when temperatures average between 7ºF and 34ºF.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Oslo, check out our range of accommodation options including:
The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Viking Ship Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Oslo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Akershus Fortress.
Explore more of Norway
You've seen Oslo, now it's time to explore more of Norway. Travel about 190 miles west to Bergen to tick off its leading attractions. From Bryggen to Troldhaugen and Fish Market, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 240 miles north of Oslo, Trondheim is another essential stop in Norway. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ringve Museum, Rockheim and Stiftsgarden.