Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Oslo is one hour behind Helsinki.
The busiest route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Choose from 35 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to OSL is the 07:20 Finnair option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 19:40 with Finnair.
Leave plenty of time to make your HEL to Oslo flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo tickets are available for booking. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is where you'll arrive.
Get on board with Finnair. This popular airline operates direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from HEL to Oslo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Krakow John Paul II International Airport (KRK)
The journey from central Helsinki to HEL takes about 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels are a convenient choice:
84% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo
R 872 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo flight. Return plane tickets start at R 1,956. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Book one month before your departure date. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HEL to Oslo.
June is the best month for landing an amazing deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is around 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
It takes around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near OSL if you have a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Oslo Gardermoen Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Oslo.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
Central Oslo is about 113 kilometres from TORP Sandefjord (TRF). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo has hit the runway and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take about 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your HEL to Oslo flight, unwind at a hotel near TRF. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Reserving your ride from TRF one week in advance often means lower prices and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
January is the quietest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Oslo based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Oslo in January when temperatures average between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Oslo
Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oslo:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Oslo to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Det Kongelige Slott.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Oslo, now it's time to discover other parts of Norway. Travel about 306 kilometres west to Bergen to check off its must-visit sights. From Fløyfjellet to Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama, your itinerary will be busy.
Trondheim is another sought-after destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nidaros Cathedral (Nidaros Domkirke), Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.