Traveling from Seattle to Oslo: what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can take off from in Seattle. Explore your options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) or Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) when searching for a flight from Seattle to Oslo.
Hop off your plane in Oslo at Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Oslo is eight hours ahead of Seattle and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you make it on your Seattle to Oslo flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Oslo
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Seattle to Oslo flights if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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Flying from Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it a breeze to find a Seattle to Oslo flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Traveling from central Seattle to SEA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 11 miles in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Seattle to Oslo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
81.27% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport land at their destination on time. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from SEA.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is approximately 25 miles from the center of Oslo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 40 minutes.
It usually takes 30 minutes to get there on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Seattle to Oslo. Book one of these accommodation options near OSL instead:
Go where the road takes you with an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and discover more of Oslo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Central Oslo is about 55 miles from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF). After your flight from Seattle to Oslo has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to lay your head close to TRF. Tuck yourself in after your Seattle to Oslo flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make collecting a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Booking your ride from TRF one week in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Seattle to Oslo. June is the busiest month to travel to Oslo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 46ºF and 77ºF. Lock in your Seattle to Oslo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºF and 34ºF. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Oslo around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Oslo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Oslo right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Seattle to Oslo:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Oslo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Akershus Fortress.
Explore more of Norway
You've done Oslo, now it's time to explore more of Norway. Journey around 190 miles west to Bergen to check off its must-visit sights. From Bryggen to Troldhaugen and Fish Market, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Norway, head for Trondheim, roughly 240 miles north of Oslo. Kristiansten Fortress, Ringve Museum and Old Town Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.
