While takeoff from Oslo offers forest and fjord views, the landing approach into Dublin provides more dramatic and varied scenery—coastal waters, mountains, and a major city—making left-side seats the better choice for the full journey.
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Flight Path
Oslo to Dublin is 802 miles (1,291 km), a flight of about 2 hours 15 minutes.
The flight path crosses the North Sea heading southwest. Midway, passengers may glimpse the Scottish coast (Fife and East Lothian regions) to the left, though at cruise altitude (typically 28,000-32,000 feet) these appear as distant landmass on the horizon. The flight then crosses open water before approaching the Irish coast near Dublin. At cruise altitude, the North Sea itself dominates the view—a vast expanse of grey-blue water with occasional shipping traffic visible as white dots. No major landmarks are prominently visible at cruise altitude during the midpoint of this route.
Great circle distance and headings ›Phase by phase
Takeoff from OSL
RIGHTRight-side seats offer views of Oslo's urban sprawl and the surrounding forested terrain immediately after departure. The aircraft typically climbs southwest over the Oslofjord region, and right-side windows capture the city's eastern districts, lakes, and dense Scandinavian forest.
Landing at DUB
LEFTLeft-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Dublin. Aircraft typically approach from the east over the Irish Sea and descend over Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains, and the city's southern and western approaches. Left windows capture the bay, coastal features, and the mountain range.
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About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Dublin (DUB)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oslo to Dublin. While takeoff from Oslo offers forest and fjord views, the landing approach into Dublin provides more dramatic and varied scenery—coastal waters, mountains, and a major city—making left-side seats the better choice for the full journey.
What can I see during takeoff from Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
During takeoff from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Right side for the best views. Right-side seats offer views of Oslo's urban sprawl and the surrounding forested terrain immediately after departure. The aircraft typically climbs southwest over the Oslofjord region, and right-side windows capture the city's eastern districts, lakes, and dense Scandinavian forest. Notable sights include: Oslo city center and eastern suburbs, Oslofjord (narrow inlet to the south), Nordmarka forest (dense coniferous woodland covering the terrain), Tyrifjorden lake (visible to the northwest as the aircraft banks).
What can I see when landing at Dublin in Dublin?
When landing at Dublin (DUB), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left-side seats provide excellent views during the descent into Dublin. Aircraft typically approach from the east over the Irish Sea and descend over Dublin Bay, the Wicklow Mountains, and the city's southern and western approaches. Left windows capture the bay, coastal features, and the mountain range. Notable sights include: Dublin Bay (wide coastal inlet with islands and shipping lanes), Wicklow Mountains (low, rounded peaks to the south, visible as a distinct ridge), Dublin city sprawl (extensive urban area with the Liffey River visible as a dark line), Irish Sea (open water to the east and northeast).
How long is the flight from Oslo to Dublin?
The flight from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Dublin (DUB) takes about 2 hours 15 minutes. The shortest flight path between them is 802 miles (1,291 km); winds and air traffic control usually add a few percent.
What does the Oslo to Dublin flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the North Sea heading southwest. Midway, passengers may glimpse the Scottish coast (Fife and East Lothian regions) to the left, though at cruise altitude (typically 28,000-32,000 feet) these appear as distant landmass on the horizon. The flight then crosses open water before approaching the Irish coast near Dublin. At cruise altitude, the North Sea itself dominates the view—a vast expanse of grey-blue water with occasional shipping traffic visible as white dots. No major landmarks are prominently visible at cruise altitude during the midpoint of this route.