Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
Peak months like June or holiday times such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart move.
If you want to break up your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the OSL - SFO route are:
Los Angeles International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations can differ and travel documentation requirements frequently change. Before locking in your cheap ticket from OSL to SFO, be sure to check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport is R 5,687. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 7,658. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from OSL to SFO, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport.
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Take advantage of filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen is around 48 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 38 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to OSL? If you're on an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SFO if you're catching a late flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco
San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 20 minutes.
It takes around 47 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
August is the busiest month for flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to San Francisco in February.
Book your flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to San Francisco International Airport for September if you want to go to San Francisco during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 22ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 16ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OSL to SFO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Francisco
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Francisco right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from OSL to SFO:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are major attractions which should be on any well-planned San Francisco itinerary.
Complete your San Francisco trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to San Francisco International Airport, browse the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your San Francisco escape.