About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from La Guardia (LGA) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from New York to Oslo. While takeoff favors the left, the landing approach over the Oslofjord and Norwegian coastline from the right side is more visually rewarding and represents the most distinctive scenery on this transatlantic route. Right seats capture the dramatic fjord landscape that defines the approach to Oslo.
What can I see during takeoff from La Guardia in New York?
During takeoff from La Guardia (LGA), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left seats offer views of Manhattan's skyline and the East River as the aircraft climbs out over Queens and Long Island Sound. Right seats face inland toward New Jersey and have less distinctive scenery during the initial climb. Notable sights include: Manhattan skyline, East River, Long Island Sound, Queens urban grid.
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. Right seats provide views of the Norwegian coastline, fjords, and forested terrain as the aircraft descends toward Oslo. The approach typically comes from the southwest over the Oslofjord, making right-side seats ideal for seeing the dramatic water and landscape features. Notable sights include: Oslofjord, Norwegian coastal forests, Nesodden Peninsula, Oslo city center.
How long is the flight from New York to Oslo?
The flight from La Guardia (LGA) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes 7h 15m.
What does the New York to Oslo flight path pass over?
The flight crosses the North Atlantic at high altitude (typically 35,000-37,000 feet), passing over the Atlantic Ocean with no visible landmarks for approximately 5-6 hours. The route generally follows a great-circle path northeast across open water. As the aircraft approaches European airspace, the southern tip of Greenland may be visible to the north on clear days (though not on the direct flight path). The Shetland Islands and Hebrides off Scotland's northwest coast may be visible during the final descent phase if conditions permit, though they are typically passed to the north. The most notable midpoint feature is simply the transition from open Atlantic to the Norwegian Sea, with no distinctive visual landmarks in between.