Travelling from Oslo to Southampton Airport (SOU): What you need to know
Get your trip planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Oslo to Southampton Airport (SOU). Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the two main airports in Oslo.
Southampton is one hour behind Oslo. Southampton Airport is located in Southampton, which operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Oslo to SOU.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even explore another city. When browsing cheap flights from Oslo to SOU departing from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 48 kilometres from the centre of Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Oslo Airport Gardermoen? If you're catching an early flight from Oslo to Southampton Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the flights that depart from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% touch down on time at their destination.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
You can reach TRF from the centre of Oslo in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to travel the 121 kilometres or so.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your Oslo to SOU flight:
Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time performance of 66.77%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport land at their destination on schedule.
About Southampton Airport (SOU)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Oslo to Southampton Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SOU instead:
Grab a Southampton Airport rental car and explore Southampton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Budget and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Oslo to Southampton Airport flight.
Getting from Southampton Airport (SOU) to central Southampton
Southampton Airport to central Southampton is about 6 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Southampton Airport (SOU)
R 1,631 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Southampton Airport. A return flight starts from R 3,670. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Oslo to SOU. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Oslo to Southampton Airport ticket.
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Hunt down a great price on a flight from Oslo to Southampton Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
The best time to fly from Oslo to Southampton Airport (SOU)
April is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Southampton Airport (SOU), while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Southampton based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Oslo to SOU plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Southampton, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January has temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to Southampton Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Southampton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Southampton right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Oslo to Southampton Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Southampton when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for Site of Jane Austen's House followed by Mayflower Theatre and Kennet & Avon Canal.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Southampton has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom waiting to be explored. Around 105 kilometres north-east of Southampton, a visit to London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Birmingham is another standout destination in the United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres north of Southampton. No journey is complete without a visit to The Windsor Castle, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
