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Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Oslo is 1 hour behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Oslo operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Choose from 164 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to OSL is the 07:30 Finnair service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 19:55 with Finnair.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from HEL to Oslo. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
You can catch a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo that touches down at Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
Look out for deals with Finnair. This carrier has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from HEL to Oslo, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Tallinn Airport (TLL)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
If you have a passport from Finland and plan to travel to Norway for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the length of your trip and are subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo.
HEL is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 29 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 44 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to HEL:
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oslo
C$56 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$117. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 10 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HEL to Oslo.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you time checking for cheap tickets from HEL to Oslo every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo takes around 38 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near OSL:
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is around 121 kilometres from central Oslo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, it'll take you around 1 hour and 28 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 2 hours and 21 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near TRF. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from HEL to Oslo:
Best time to go to Oslo
June is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Oslo in February when it's quieter.
Before booking a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Oslo, with the temperature ranging from 8ºC to 25ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from HEL to Oslo in January when temperatures average between -14ºC and 1ºC.
More about Oslo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Oslo right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oslo:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress are popular attractions which should be on any good Oslo itinerary.
Complete your Oslo trip with a car rental
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