Flying from Seattle to Oslo: what you need to know
Begin planning your vacation by considering the departure point for your flight from Seattle to Oslo. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are Oslo's major gateways.
Oslo is eight hours ahead of Seattle and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you board your Seattle to Oslo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're traveling during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
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)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for Seattle to Oslo flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 18 kilometers from the center of Seattle, SEA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Oslo, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from SEA touch down on schedule 81.27% of the time.
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.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel close to OSL if you have a late flight from Seattle to Oslo. Pick 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 to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Oslo Airport Gardermoen around three weeks before your departure date.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Once your flight from Seattle to Oslo has arrived, you can make your way to the city center in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Oslo is approximately 88 kilometers from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
If you hop on public transport, the ride to the center takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TRF. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from Seattle to Oslo:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make picking up a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car simple. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at TRF will help you save.
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 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your Seattle to Oslo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (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 looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Oslo right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Oslo:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are a couple of big attractions to add to your Oslo 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 306 kilometers 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 386 kilometers north of Oslo. Kristiansten Fortress, Ringve Museum and Old Town Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.
