Travelling from Belfast to Oslo: what you need to know
Belfast has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Oslo flying out of Belfast International Airport (BFS) or Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Hop off your plane in Oslo at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) or TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Oslo's timezone is UTC+1, making Oslo one hour ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you make your Belfast to Oslo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Oslo
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap Belfast to Oslo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your plane ticket from Belfast to Oslo.
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Flying from Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Belfast to Oslo flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Belfast International Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Alicante Airport (ALC)
Travelling from central Belfast to BFS takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Belfast to Oslo? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near Belfast International Airport:
Belfast International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from BFS touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Split up your Belfast to Oslo flight with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Belfast City Airport and Oslo are:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
You can reach BHD from the centre of Belfast in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 5 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Belfast to Oslo, take it easy in one of these hotels near Belfast City Airport:
The majority of flights that depart Belfast City Airport get to their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo takes around 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
It typically takes 20 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.
Reserve a hotel near OSL if you're coming in on a late flight from Belfast to Oslo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Oslo Gardermoen Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Oslo and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Oslo Gardermoen Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is roughly 88 kilometres from central Oslo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Belfast to Oslo, it takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near TRF. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your flight from Belfast to Oslo:
Forget about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Pick up a TORP Sandefjord Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Check out the availability and rates from Hertz, Sixt and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at TRF can get you a lower rate.
Best time to go to Oslo
September is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Oslo. To travel when it's less crowded, go to Oslo in March.
Book a Belfast to Oslo ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Oslo to range from 8ºC to 25ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -14ºC and 1ºC. Search for cheap flights from Belfast to Oslo around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Belfast to Oslo, check out our selection of hotels including:
The Norwegian Opera and Ballet and Viking Ship Museum are just two of the big attractions to put on your Oslo itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to The Royal Palace.
Explore more of Norway
Oslo has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Norway waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres west of Oslo, a trip to Bergen will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Fløyfjellet, Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama.
Around 386 kilometres north of Oslo, Trondheim is another essential stop in Norway. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nidaros Cathedral, Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.