About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Bodo (BOO) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Bodoe to Oslo. While takeoff offers excellent right-side views of the Lofoten Islands, the landing approach into Oslo provides more sustained and dramatic scenery with the Oslofjorden and city landmarks. Left seats capture the most visually distinctive portion of the route.
What can I see during takeoff from Bodo in Bodoe?
During takeoff from Bodo (BOO), sit on the Right side for the best views. Bodø typically departs runway 09 or 27 depending on wind. Right-side seats offer views of the Vestfjorden and the dramatic Lofoten Islands chain to the northwest during initial climb. The left side faces inland toward lower terrain with less visual interest. Notable sights include: Vestfjorden (major fjord system), Lofoten Islands (distinctive jagged peaks on horizon), Bodøhalvøya peninsula (immediate terrain below), Skjærstaden archipelago (scattered islands to the northwest).
What can I see when landing at Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
When landing at Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Oslo Gardermoen typically uses runways 01L/01R or 19L/19R. On approach from the north, left-side seats provide clear views of the Oslofjorden, the city of Oslo itself in the Akershus district, and the forested terrain of Østmarka. Right seats face toward less distinctive inland forest. Notable sights include: Oslofjorden (major fjord with distinctive shape), Oslo city center and Akershus Fortress (urban landmarks), Østmarka forest (extensive woodland to the east), Lilehammer region in distance (mountain terrain to the north).
How long is the flight from Bodoe to Oslo?
The flight from Bodo (BOO) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
What does the Bodoe to Oslo flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses from the Norwegian coast southward over the Trøndelag region. Notable midpoint features include the Trondheim Fjord area (visible to the left/west around 30 minutes into flight), the Dovre Mountains as a distant ridge to the east, and the transition from coastal fjord terrain to inland forest and agricultural valleys as the aircraft approaches the Oslo region. The Mjøsa lake (Norway's largest) becomes visible on the left side during descent into the Oslo area.