About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Pyrzowice (KTW)?
Sit on the Right side of the plane for the best views on flights from Oslo to Katowice. The right side captures the most visually distinctive features: the Oslo Fjord and Østmarka forests during takeoff are more striking than the Silesian landscape during landing. The fjord's intricate waterways and forested shorelines provide more varied scenery than the industrial approach to Katowice.
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 offers views of the Oslo Fjord and the forested terrain immediately east of the airport. The fjord's intricate waterways and surrounding landscape are distinctive during the initial climb-out heading southeast. Notable sights include: Oslo Fjord (branching waterways), Østmarka forest belt, Lake Mjøsa (visible further east at altitude), scattered suburban development around Oslo.
What can I see when landing at Pyrzowice in Katowice?
When landing at Pyrzowice (KTW), sit on the Left side for the best views. Left side provides views of the Silesian uplands and the industrial landscape around Katowice during descent. The rolling terrain and urban sprawl of the Katowice conurbation are more prominent on the left when approaching from the northwest. Notable sights include: Silesian Uplands (Wyżyna Śląska) rolling hills, Vistula River valley, Katowice urban agglomeration, industrial infrastructure and mining areas.
How long is the flight from Oslo to Katowice?
The flight from Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) to Pyrzowice (KTW) takes Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
What does the Oslo to Katowice flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses southern Sweden and enters Polish airspace over the Baltic coastal region. Notable features include the Swedish-Norwegian border terrain (forested and lake-dotted), the transition from Scandinavian shield landscape to Central European plains, and the Vistula River valley as the aircraft descends into Polish airspace. The Baltic Sea remains visible to the left (east) during the northern portion of the cruise phase.