About This Route
Which side of the plane should I sit on flying from Tromso (TOS) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL)?
Sit on the Left side of the plane for the best views on flights from Tromso to Oslo. While takeoff offers dramatic Arctic fjord scenery, the landing approach provides more varied and extended views of Norway's populated heartland, fjord geography, and the transition from wilderness to urban landscape. Left seats capture this progression better.
What can I see during takeoff from Tromso in Tromso?
During takeoff from Tromso (TOS), sit on the Right side for the best views. Tromsø typically departs runway 09 (westbound) or 27 (eastbound). Right-side seats facing east capture the dramatic fjord system and the Tromsø Bridge spanning Tromsøysund strait, plus the snow-capped peaks of the Tromsø Alps rising directly behind the airport. Notable sights include: Tromsøysund strait, Tromsø Bridge, Tromsø Alps (Tromsdalstinden peak), Kvaløya island to the northeast.
What can I see when landing at Oslo Gardermoen in Oslo?
When landing at Oslo Gardermoen (OSL), sit on the Left side for the best views. Approaching Oslo Gardermoen typically uses runway 01L/01R (northbound) or 19L/19R (southbound). Left-side seats on descent capture the Oslofjord's eastern shoreline, the city of Oslo sprawling across its hills, and the forested terrain of Østlandet region rolling toward the airport from the south. Notable sights include: Oslofjord (eastern arm), Oslo city center and Akershus fortress, Østlandet forest belt, Lilehammer region to the north.
How long is the flight from Tromso to Oslo?
The flight from Tromso (TOS) to Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) takes Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes.
What does the Tromso to Oslo flight path pass over?
The flight path crosses the Trøndelag region, passing east of Trondheim and its fjord system. The Scandinavian mountain spine (Scandes) runs roughly parallel to the route on the left (west), visible as a distant ridge of peaks. The landscape transitions from Arctic tundra and sparse vegetation around Tromsø to boreal forest and increasingly populated valleys as the aircraft descends toward Oslo. Mjøsa lake (Norway's largest) becomes visible on the right side during final descent toward Gardermoen.