Flying from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), the main airport in Oslo. Search for flights from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR) that jet out of this terminal.
3 hours is the average duration of a direct Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport flight.
Longyearbyen (where Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport is located) and Oslo share the UTC+1 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR) is the most popular route, with 10 direct services every week. Travel from OSL to LYR on SAS's 7am departure.
Your flight from Oslo to LYR won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a popular month like September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
You can find a direct flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR) out of Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL).
When taking off from OSL, you can take a direct flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport with SAS.
Scandinavian Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from OSL to LYR.
Scandinavian Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 92.68% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Located around 48 kilometres from central Oslo, OSL can be reached in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart OSL land on time.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
You can reach TRF from central Oslo in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to travel the 113 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to LYR flight, unwind in one of these hotels near TORP Sandefjord:
TORP Sandefjord has a track record for punctuality. 88% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near LYR instead:
Getting from Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Longyearbyen. How long it takes to get there by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Currently, RM408 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM908. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book four months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Oslo to LYR.
September is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport ticket. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport (LYR). July is the busiest month to visit Longyearbyen. If crowds aren't your thing, go in December.
When booking your Oslo to LYR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Longyearbyen, with temperatures ranging from 1ºC (34ºF) to 9ºC (48ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport in March when temperatures are between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF).
More about Longyearbyen
Start your Longyearbyen trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen Svalbard Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Svalbard Global Seed Vault and Svalbard Brewery are a couple of top-rated attractions to put on your Longyearbyen travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Store Norske Spitsbergen Gruve 3.