Traveling from Melbourne to Oslo: what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Oslo taking off from here.
Step off your plane in Oslo at Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) or Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
Oslo is ten hours behind Melbourne and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Melbourne to Oslo flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Oslo
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap Melbourne to Oslo flights if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest plane tickets from Melbourne to Oslo throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll tell you the moment a better deal is available on cheap flights from Melbourne to Oslo.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your Melbourne to Oslo flight results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper Melbourne to Oslo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Take a break from traveling at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 19 kilometers from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne to Oslo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) is approximately 40 kilometers from central Oslo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 40 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Oslo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near OSL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty to explore Oslo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) is roughly 88 kilometers from central Oslo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Melbourne to Oslo, it'll take you approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Melbourne to Oslo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near TRF. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab queues. Grab a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Compare offers from Hertz, Sixt and Budget.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at TRF can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Oslo
February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Oslo, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Oslo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Book your Melbourne to Oslo ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Melbourne to Oslo in January when temperatures average between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Melbourne to Oslo, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress are essential stops on your Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored after you've seen Oslo. Around 306 kilometers to the west, top sights here include Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Norway, consider Trondheim, about 386 kilometers north of Oslo. Kristiansten Fortress, Ringve Museum and Old Town Bridge are the start of reasons to visit.