Flying from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Oslo: what you need to know
Southampton Airport is located in Southampton. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Oslo is 1 hour ahead of Southampton.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from SOU to Oslo.
Travelling over a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from SOU to Oslo, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Geneve Airport (GVA)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
You don't need a visa for Norway if you hold a passport from United Kingdom and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Southampton Airport to Oslo, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Travelling from central Southampton to SOU takes around 26 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 8 kilometres in 19 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Southampton Airport to Oslo? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SOU:
How to find the cheapest flights from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Oslo
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Southampton Airport to Oslo is $157. The cheapest price for a return flight is $397. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SOU to Oslo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Southampton Airport to Oslo across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for flight tickets from SOU to Oslo. You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped. We'll tell you the moment there's a change in price.
Play around with the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Southampton Airport to Oslo, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Oslo Airport Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Oslo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 38 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you have a late flight from Southampton Airport to Oslo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near OSL:
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
Central Oslo is approximately 121 kilometres from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF). After your flight from Southampton Airport to Oslo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour and 28 minutes.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 2 hours and 21 minutes.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and unwind at a hotel close to TRF. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from SOU to Oslo:
Best time to go to Oslo
June is the busiest month for flights from Southampton Airport to Oslo. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Oslo in February when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC. Book your flights from Southampton Airport to Oslo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from SOU to Oslo in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -14ºC and 1ºC on average.
More about Oslo
Start your Oslo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Southampton Airport to Oslo, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Viking Ship Museum and The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet are just two of the big attractions to add to your Oslo to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Akershus Fortress.
Complete your Oslo trip with a car rental
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