Travelling from Oslo to Moscow: what you need to know
Begin planning your holiday by considering where you'll catch your flight from Oslo to Moscow. Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are Oslo's main airports.
When jetting into Moscow, get off the plane at Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) or Vnukovo Airport (VKO). Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) is another gateway to this city.
Moscow's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Moscow two hours ahead of Oslo.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your Oslo to Moscow flight.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Moscow
To find cheap Oslo to Moscow flights, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Oslo to Moscow flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Oslo Airport Gardermoen. Take a pause at one of these popular airports:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Travelling from central Oslo to OSL takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Oslo to Moscow? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Oslo Airport Gardermoen:
Of the flights that depart from Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% touch down on time at their destination.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
On public transport, you can travel from central Oslo to TRF in around 2 hours 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 88 kilometres away. Driving will take you about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Oslo to Moscow, kick back in one of these hotels close to Torp Sandefjord Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Torp Sandefjord Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67%.
Arriving in Moscow
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO)
The distance from Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO) to central Moscow is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Consider booking a hotel close to SVO if you have a late flight from Oslo to Moscow. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Best time to go to Moscow
February is the quietest month for flights from Oslo to Moscow, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Moscow based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
The warmest month in Moscow is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Oslo to Moscow ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap flights from Oslo to Moscow in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Russia
Moscow has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Russia waiting to be discovered. About 386 kilometres east of Moscow, a trip to Nizhniy Novgorod will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Monument to cosmonaut Komarov, A.M.Gorkiy Childhood Museum and Dlinnaya Staraya Lestnitsa.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Russia, head for Voronezh, roughly 467 kilometres south of Moscow. Dom Gardenina, Skver Dzerzhinskogo and Alleya Slavy Voronezhskikh Olimpiytsev-Dinamovtsev are among its highlights.
