Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Keflavik to Oslo. The takeoff views of Iceland's volcanic landscape are more visually distinctive and dramatic than the landing approach. While the Oslo Fjord is beautiful, the Reykjanes lava fields and coastal cliffs offer more striking geological features from a window seat perspective.

During takeoff from Keflavik Nas (KEF), sit on the Right side for the best views. Keflavik typically departs runway 02 (northbound) or 20 (southbound). Right-side seats offer views of the Reykjanes Peninsula's dramatic lava fields and coastal cliffs as you climb out over the Atlantic. The volcanic terrain and black sand plains are striking from altitude. Notable sights include: Reykjanes Peninsula lava fields, Atlantic coastline, Fagradalsfjall volcanic region, Grindavík town.

When landing at Oslo Fornebu (FBU), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Oslo Fornebu on typical runway 06 or 24 (depending on wind), left-side seats provide excellent views of the Oslo Fjord's intricate island archipelago and the city's eastern districts. The fjord's complex geography with its numerous skerries and islands is visually distinctive during descent. Notable sights include: Oslo Fjord archipelago, Oslofjorden islands, Oslo city center and harbor district, Bygdøy Peninsula.

The flight from Keflavik Nas (KEF) to Oslo Fornebu (FBU) takes Approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.

The flight path crosses the Norwegian Sea at altitude. Around the midpoint, you'll pass over the deep ocean with no visible landmarks. As you approach Norway, the North Sea gradually transitions to the Norwegian coast near Stavanger or Bergen region (depending on exact routing), where you may glimpse the Norwegian fjord coastline and mountain ranges in the distance before turning toward Oslo. The route typically stays offshore until the final approach to the Oslo area.