About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Dusseldorf (DUS)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oslo to Duesseldorf. While takeoff favors right seats for fjord views, the landing approach on left seats provides superior scenery of the Oslofjord and Oslo cityscape. Since landing views typically last longer and are more memorable than takeoff, left is the better overall choice.
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. OSL typically departs runway 01L/01R (northbound) or 19L/19R (southbound). Right-side seats on northbound departures offer views of the Oslofjord and the forested terrain immediately north of the airport. Southbound departures favor left seats, but northbound is more common for southwestbound traffic to Germany. Notable sights include: Oslofjord (immediate east), Gardermoen plateau forests (north and west), Oslo city sprawl (distant south), Lillomarka forest ridge (southwest).
What can I see when landing at Dusseldorf in Duesseldorf?
When landing at Dusseldorf (DUS), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching OSL from the south (from Germany), aircraft typically descend on a southwesterly heading toward runway 01L/01R or 19L/19R. Left-side seats during descent offer views of the Oslofjord's western shoreline, the approach path over water, and the city of Oslo itself positioned west of the fjord. This provides the most scenic approach geometry. Notable sights include: Oslofjord (dominant water feature), Oslo city center and harbor (west side of fjord), Lillomarka forest (southwest), Akershus Fortress area (visible as developed waterfront).
How long is the flight from Oslo to Duesseldorf?
The flight from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Dusseldorf (DUS) takes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
What does the Oslo to Duesseldorf flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Scandinavian Peninsula southwest, passing over the forested regions of southern Norway and into Sweden. Notable features include the Göta älv river valley (visible near Gothenburg area), the transition from Norwegian coniferous forests to Swedish lake country, and the Vänern lake region in central Sweden. The route then crosses into Germany over the North German Plain, with the Weser and Ems river valleys becoming visible before descent into the Rhineland.