Travelling from Oslo to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Oslo to Los Angeles. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) and TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the main airports in Oslo.
Step off your plane in Los Angeles at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-8, which is nine hours behind Oslo.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your Oslo to Los Angeles flight.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Los Angeles
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap Oslo to Los Angeles flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for your plane ticket from Oslo to Los Angeles.
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing Oslo to Los Angeles flights departing from Oslo Gardermoen Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
OSL is about 40 kilometres from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Oslo to Los Angeles or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from OSL reach their destination without delay.
TORP Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 1 hour 50 minutes. The terminal is roughly 88 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend another night away? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near TORP Sandefjord Airport the day before your flight from Oslo to Los Angeles:
Most flights that depart TORP Sandefjord Airport get to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.
Arriving in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Oslo to Los Angeles, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Los Angeles and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Central Los Angeles is around 27 kilometres from Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport (VNY). As soon as your flight from Oslo to Los Angeles has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 35 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near VNY. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from Oslo to Los Angeles:
No need to worry about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a taxi. Grab a Los Angeles Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare availability and rates from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from VNY as soon as you know your dates.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
March is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Los Angeles, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a Oslo to Los Angeles ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Los Angeles to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap flights from Oslo to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Los Angeles
Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Oslo to Los Angeles, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Hollywood Sign and Universal Studios Hollywood are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Hollywood Bowl.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.