The right (west) side tracks closer to Norway's dramatic coastal fjords and islands during departure and offers a clear view of Lake Mjøsa on arrival, while the left side mostly shows interior forested mountains and the Swedish border plateau with less variety.
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Flight Path
Bodoe to Oslo is 499 miles (803 km), a flight of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Dovrefjell mountain plateau, Rondane peaks, and the Gudbrandsdalen valley corridor followed by the flight path south toward the Oslo basin
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from BOO
RIGHTDeparting Bodø on runway 25, the climb-out heads west over Saltfjorden and the scattered islands of the Bodø archipelago before the turn south, giving right-side passengers a last look at the jagged Lofoten peaks on the horizon and the deep blue Norwegian Sea inlets.
Landing at OSL
RIGHTOn the descent into Gardermoen, the approach corridor from the north passes just west of Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake, giving right-side views of its long silver surface framed by farmland ridges before the final turn toward the runway.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bodo (BOO) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bodoe to Oslo. The right (west) side tracks closer to Norway's dramatic coastal fjords and islands during departure and offers a clear view of Lake Mjøsa on arrival, while the left side mostly shows interior forested mountains and the Swedish border plateau with less variety.
What can I see during takeoff from Bodo in Bodoe?
During takeoff from Bodo (BOO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Departing Bodø on runway 25, the climb-out heads west over Saltfjorden and the scattered islands of the Bodø archipelago before the turn south, giving right-side passengers a last look at the jagged Lofoten peaks on the horizon and the deep blue Norwegian Sea inlets. Notable sights include: Saltfjorden, Bodø archipelago (Helligvær/Landegode), distant Lofoten peaks, Norwegian Sea coastline.
What can I see when landing at Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
When landing at Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the descent into Gardermoen, the approach corridor from the north passes just west of Lake Mjøsa, Norway's largest lake, giving right-side views of its long silver surface framed by farmland ridges before the final turn toward the runway. Notable sights include: Lake Mjøsa, Hedmark farmland ridges, Gardermoen plateau forests, distant Oslofjord glimpse on final turn.
How long is the flight from Bodoe to Oslo?
The flight from Bodo (BOO) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 499 miles (803 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Bodoe to Oslo flight path pass over?
Dovrefjell mountain plateau, Rondane peaks, and the Gudbrandsdalen valley corridor followed by the flight path south toward the Oslo basin