Travelling from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Oslo: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 53 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo.
Oslo is 1 hour ahead of Reykjavik, where Keflavik International Airport is located. Oslo operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
With 18 flights a week between the two airports, Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the most popular route. Icelandair operates the earliest flight at 07:50. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from KEF to OSL is with Norwegian at 20:05.
To ensure you get on your flight from KEF to Oslo, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Direct flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Oslo are available for booking. Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is where you'll complete your journey.
Leading carriers that operate direct flights from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo include:
We make it a cinch to book a flight from KEF to Oslo with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Bergen Airport (BGO)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
You won't need a visa for Norway if you have a passport from Iceland and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before reserving your cheap tickets from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
KEF is about 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 49 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your break? Stay near KEF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to Oslo
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo is R 977. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,755. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from KEF to Oslo.
The cheapest month for tickets from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo is May. You can easily compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to central Oslo is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you about 38 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near OSL:
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Central Oslo is approximately 121 kilometres from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF). After your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 1 hour and 28 minutes.
The journey will take about 2 hours and 21 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near TRF. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from KEF to Oslo at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Oslo
It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo. June is the most popular month for a trip to Oslo. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from KEF to Oslo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo, check out our range of hotels including:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are just two of the leading attractions to put on your Oslo itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Akershus Fortress.
Complete your Oslo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Oslo and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare rates in one place to find the ideal ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Keflavik International Airport to Oslo.