Travelling from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH). Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are Oslo's main airports.
Around 2 hours 27 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport.
Zurich's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Oslo. Zurich Airport is located in Zurich.
With 28 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) is the busiest route. SWISS operates the earliest flight at 06:25. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from OSL to ZRH is with SWISS at 19:05.
To ensure you get on your flight from Oslo to ZRH, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like June or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Get a head start by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH) depart from this terminal.
When taking off from OSL, you can catch a direct flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport with Scandinavian Airlines.
We make it simple to find a flight from Oslo to ZRH that includes a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers between OSL and ZRH include:
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Billund Airport (BLL)
From the centre of Oslo, OSL is around 48 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Planning to catch an early flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport:
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Searching for other options for a direct flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH)? Check out the fares leaving from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Board your direct flight from Oslo to ZRH with SWISS. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of TRF.
TRF is around 121 kilometres from central Oslo. It'll take you 1 hour and 28 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 21 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your flight from Oslo to ZRH? Relax in a hotel near Torp Sandefjord Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Zurich Airport (ZRH)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near ZRH:
Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich
From Zurich Airport, Zurich is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 19 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Zurich Airport is C$101. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$219. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 2 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure flight tickets from Oslo to ZRH.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Oslo to Zurich Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Oslo to Zurich Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from Oslo to Zurich Airport (ZRH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Oslo to Zurich Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Zurich in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in Zurich is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Oslo to ZRH in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Oslo to Zurich Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Zurich
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Zurich right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster are essential stops on your Zurich itinerary.
Complete your Zurich trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Oslo to Zurich Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Zurich and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.