Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo: what you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your travels. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo flying out of Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
When it comes to planning your arrival in Oslo, Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) and Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF) are the primary gateways.
Oslo is seven hours behind Kuala Lumpur and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your Kuala Lumpur to Oslo flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo
To pick up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Oslo flights, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Flying from Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Kuala Lumpur to Oslo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
KUL is around 48 kilometers from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
After a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 18 kilometers or so.
It's your vacation, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 68%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on schedule.
Arriving in Oslo
Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
The distance from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to central Oslo is approximately 40 kilometers. It'll take you about 40 minutes to reach the center driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
Book a hotel close to OSL if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with an Oslo Airport Gardermoen rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Hertz or Thrifty and chase adventure across Oslo and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Oslo Airport Gardermoen about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF)
After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo has arrived, you can get to the city center in around 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Central Oslo is approximately 88 kilometers from Torp Sandefjord Airport (TRF).
The trip will take approximately 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near TRF. Unwind after your Kuala Lumpur to Oslo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Hertz, Sixt and Budget make collecting a Torp Sandefjord Airport rental car quick and easy. These trusted providers are located around or in the terminal and will have you on your way in a heartbeat.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at TRF will help you save.
Best time to go to Oslo
June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo. To avoid the crowds, go to Oslo in February.
The warmest month in Oslo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to Oslo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo in January when temperatures average between -14ºC (7ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF).
More about Oslo
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Oslo, decide where you'll be dropping your bags. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Oslo:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress are top sights which should be on any good Oslo itinerary.
Explore more of Norway
Bergen is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Oslo. Around 306 kilometers to the west, popular attractions include Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Norway, consider Trondheim, roughly 386 kilometers north of Oslo. Kristiansten Fortress, Ringve Museum and Old Town Bridge are key highlights.
