Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 45 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is one hour behind Oslo, where Oslo Airport Gardermoen is located. Reykjavik follows the UTC+0 timezone.
The busiest route is from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). You can choose from 17 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from OSL to KEF is the 06:15 SAS service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:30 with Icelandair.
To avoid rushing for your OSL to Reykjavik flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Begin your journey at OSL and travel nonstop to Keflavik International Airport (KEF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik tickets.
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik. Get on board with any of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from OSL to Reykjavik. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Bergen Airport (BGO)
Located around 40 kilometres from central Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to OSL? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik, these stays put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Of all flights leaving Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Reykjavik
C$75 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik flight. A return ticket right now is C$185. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Lock in cheap flights from OSL to Reykjavik by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the best month for scoring a bargain on Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik tickets. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OSL to Reykjavik by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from OSL to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
After your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 5 minutes by car. Central Reykjavik is roughly 2 kilometres from Reykjavik International Airport (RKV).
Public transport will get you there in around 25 minutes.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near RKV. Kick back and get cozy after your OSL to Reykjavik flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Europcar, RAS Car Rental and Hertz make collecting a Reykjavik International Airport rental car easy and quick. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you on the road before long.
Snap up a deal by securing your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Plan your trip to Reykjavik in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF). Lock in your Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from OSL to Reykjavik in December when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF).
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Reykjavik, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Akureyri Art Museum, Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House.
Around 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar is another essential stop in Iceland. Start your sightseeing at Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn.