Travelling from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the most convenient place to catch your flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS). Explore your options for taking off from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF), the city's main airports.
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Oslo to Kristiansand Airport flight.
Kristiansand's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Oslo. Kristiansand Airport is located in Kristiansand.
With 33 direct flights a week between the two airports, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Kristiansand Airport (KRS) is the busiest route. Norwegian Air Shuttle operates the earliest flight at 7:25am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from OSL to KRS is with SAS at 10:30pm.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Oslo to KRS. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS) leave from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport with SAS. This well-known airline offers services from OSL.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between OSL and KRS is SAS.
SAS is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Whether you've booked an early flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
71.98% of flights taking off from Oslo Airport Gardermoen touch down at their destination on schedule.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in about 2 hours 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to KRS flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 66.77%.
About Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to KRS if you're catching a late flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Pick up a Kristiansand Airport rental car and discover Kristiansand and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Sixt are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Oslo to Kristiansand Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Kristiansand Airport (KRS) to central Kristiansand
Central Kristiansand is about 6 kilometres from Kristiansand Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
At the moment, R 751 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,597. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Oslo to KRS, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Oslo to Kristiansand Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Oslo to KRS by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.
Chase down a great fare on a flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
June is the most popular month for flights from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport (KRS). Visit Kristiansand in February for a more low-key escape.
Before locking in your Oslo to KRS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Kristiansand, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January has temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Kristiansand
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kristiansand right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Oslo to Kristiansand Airport:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Lille Kjæragbolten, Holmenkollen and Bystranda are essential stops on your Kristiansand itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
You've done Kristiansand, now it's time to discover more of Norway. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to Oslo to tick off its popular sights. From The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet to M/S Nobel: Oslo Fjord Sightseeing / Hop On Hop Off Boat and Viking Ship Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Norway, consider Bergen, about 290 kilometres north-west of Kristiansand. Bergen Fjord Cruise, Mount Floyen and the Funicular (Floibanen) and Bergen? Are among the biggest draws.
