Flying from Oslo to Seattle: what you need to know
Oslo is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Oslo to Seattle flying out of Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
When planning your arrival in Seattle, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) are the chief entry points.
The timezone in Seattle is UTC-7, which is eight hours behind Oslo.
To ensure you make it on your Oslo to Seattle flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Seattle
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap Oslo to Seattle flight. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
We make it easy to book an Oslo to Seattle flight with a stopover. To see your options leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
OSL is about 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 30 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Whether you're catching an early flight from Oslo to Seattle or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
71.98% of flights leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen make it to their destination on schedule.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 88 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an additional night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Torp Sandefjord Airport the day before your flight from Oslo to Seattle:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67%.
Arriving in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is approximately 19 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
Book a hotel close to SEA if you're coming in on a late flight from Oslo to Seattle. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and find adventure across Seattle and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week in advance of your Oslo to Seattle flight.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Following your flight from Oslo to Seattle, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to lay your head close to LKE. Kick back after your Oslo to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
May is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Seattle, while July is the busiest. Work out the best time to go to Seattle based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your Oslo to Seattle ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Oslo to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Oslo to Seattle, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Greyhound: Bus Station and LMN Architects are just two of the big attractions to put on your Seattle travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Seattle, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 241 kilometres south to Portland to tick off its leading attractions. From Pioneer Courthouse Square to Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, head for Spokane, about 370 kilometres east of Seattle. Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls are key reasons to visit.