Travelling from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Oslo: what you need to know
The timezone in Oslo is UTC+1. The city is seven hours ahead of Minneapolis, where Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your MSP to Oslo flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a popular month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MSP to Oslo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
MSP is about 11 kilometres from central Minneapolis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near MSP. Whether you have an early flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Of the departures from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find MSP at 6040 28th Avenue South.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Oslo
Rs68,807 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs134,176. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to locking in a cheap flight from MSP to Oslo. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo ticket.
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Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Oslo. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 40 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to OSL if you have a late flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Oslo Gardermoen Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MSP to Oslo.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
TORP Sandefjord (TRF) is around 113 kilometres from central Oslo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or taxi.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near TRF. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MSP to Oslo flight at one of these well-located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from TRF one week in advance often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Oslo
January is the quietest month for flights from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo, while September is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to Oslo based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 8ºC to 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MSP to Oslo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Oslo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Oslo right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport to Oslo:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Det Kongelige Slott are must-do's during your Oslo adventure.
Explore more of Norway
You've visited Oslo, now it's time to explore other corners of Norway. Travel around 306 kilometres west to Bergen to check off its top attractions. From Fløyfjellet to Bergen? And Fløyen Panorama, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Trondheim is another sought-after destination in Norway and is around 386 kilometres north of Oslo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nidaros Cathedral (Nidaros Domkirke), Nigard Glacier and Tyholttarnet.