About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Oslo Fornebu (FBU) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oslo to Oslo. While takeoff favors the right for Oslo views, the landing approach from the south provides superior geography for left-seat passengers. The descent over the Romerike plateau and glimpse of Lake Mjøsa on approach outweighs the brief takeoff advantage.
What can I see during takeoff from Oslo Fornebu in Oslo?
During takeoff from Oslo Fornebu (FBU), sit on the Right side for the best views. Fornebu's primary runways (01L/01R and 19L/19R) mean northbound departures give right-seat passengers a clear view of Oslo's inner city and the Oslofjord. Southbound departures favor the left, but northbound is more common for traffic heading to Gardermoen. Notable sights include: Oslofjord (immediate right, extending north), Oslo city center and harbor district (right, receding), Bygdøy peninsula with its museums (right side), Ekeberg ridge and forested hills (left and behind).
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. Gardermoen's primary runways (01L/01R and 19L/19R) mean northbound approaches give left-seat passengers the best views. Descending from the south, left-side passengers see the transition from forested terrain to the airport's location on the Romerike plateau, with views of Lake Mjøsa in the distance. Notable sights include: Romerike plateau and surrounding forests (left, dominant), Lake Mjøsa (left horizon, distant), Lilehammer region ridges (far left, hazy on horizon), Gardermoen airport complex itself (right, growing larger).
How long is the flight from Oslo to Oslo?
The flight from Oslo Fornebu (FBU) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes Approximately 20-25 minutes.
What does the Oslo to Oslo flight path pass over?
This extremely short route (approximately 40 kilometers) climbs northeast from Fornebu over Oslo's suburbs and the Oslofjord's northern reaches, then descends over the forested Romerike plateau. The flight path crosses from coastal terrain to inland plateau, gaining altitude over the fjord and surrounding low mountains (Holmenkollen ridge area visible during climb), then descending over continuous forest with occasional lakes and clearings. Lake Mjøsa appears on the eastern horizon during the cruise segment for left-side passengers.