Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Oslo: what you need to know
The timezone in Oslo is UTC+1. The city is five hours ahead of Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to board your DTW to Oslo flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from DTW to Oslo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
DTW is around 29 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DTW:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Oslo
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo flight is R 4,249. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,925. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from DTW to Oslo if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo ticket.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to central Oslo is roughly 48 kilometres. It takes around 40 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to OSL if you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Oslo and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks ahead of your flight from DTW to Oslo.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is about 121 kilometres from central Oslo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to TRF. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your DTW to Oslo flight:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make picking up a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TRF can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Oslo
Before securing your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Oslo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before locking in your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo flight ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from DTW to Oslo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Oslo
When it comes to searching 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Oslo:
The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Viking Ship Museum are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Oslo must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Akershus Fortress.
Explore more of Norway
Oslo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Norway you should also see. Around 306 kilometres west of Oslo, a visit to Bergen will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
Around 386 kilometres north of Oslo, Trondheim is another favourite stop in Norway. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ringve Museum, Rockheim and Stiftsgarden.
