The right side wins across the whole flight: dramatic fjord and mountain views on departure from Svalbard, the chance to pass near the rugged Lofoten and Vesterålen coastline during cruise, and lowland lake and fjord glimpses on the approach into Oslo.
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Flight Path
Svalbard to Oslo is 1,251 miles (2,013 km), a flight of about 3 hours 5 minutes.
Norwegian Sea, Lofoten and Vesterålen archipelago, Vestfjorden, Arctic Circle crossing near Bodø
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Phase by phase
Takeoff from LYR
RIGHTClimbing out of Longyearbyen, the aircraft banks over Isfjorden, Svalbard's great fjord, with the sheer flanks of Hiorthfjellet and the glacier-streaked peaks of Nordenskiöld Land visible. The right side captures the fjord mouth opening toward the sea and the dramatic Arctic mountain wall behind the settlement.
Landing at OSL
RIGHTOn the typical southbound approach into Gardermoen, the right side offers views over the lake-dotted lowlands of Romerike and, closer to landing, glimpses toward the Oslofjord and the edge of the city skyline. The left side mostly faces the plainer forested hills toward the Swedish border.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Svalbard Longyear (LYR) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Svalbard to Oslo. The right side wins across the whole flight: dramatic fjord and mountain views on departure from Svalbard, the chance to pass near the rugged Lofoten and Vesterålen coastline during cruise, and lowland lake and fjord glimpses on the approach into Oslo.
What can I see during takeoff from Svalbard Longyear in Svalbard?
During takeoff from Svalbard Longyear (LYR), sit on the Right side for the best views. Climbing out of Longyearbyen, the aircraft banks over Isfjorden, Svalbard's great fjord, with the sheer flanks of Hiorthfjellet and the glacier-streaked peaks of Nordenskiöld Land visible. The right side captures the fjord mouth opening toward the sea and the dramatic Arctic mountain wall behind the settlement. Notable sights include: Isfjorden, Hiorthfjellet, Longyearbreen glacier, Nordenskiöld Land peaks.
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 typical southbound approach into Gardermoen, the right side offers views over the lake-dotted lowlands of Romerike and, closer to landing, glimpses toward the Oslofjord and the edge of the city skyline. The left side mostly faces the plainer forested hills toward the Swedish border. Notable sights include: Romerike farmland, southern tip of Lake Mjøsa, distant Oslofjord, Oslo skyline haze.
How long is the flight from Svalbard to Oslo?
The flight from Svalbard Longyear (LYR) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes about 3 hours 5 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 1,251 miles (2,013 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Svalbard to Oslo flight path pass over?
Norwegian Sea, Lofoten and Vesterålen archipelago, Vestfjorden, Arctic Circle crossing near Bodø