Oslo to Norilsk flights
Norilsk lies 3,558 km (2,211 mi) north-east of Oslo, +5 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 5 h 19 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Oslo | Norilsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Norway | Russia |
| Population | 1.1 million | 140,800 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 76 m (249 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Oslo) | UTC+7 (Asia/Krasnoyarsk) |
| Nearest large airport | OSL, 37 km out | NSK, 35 km out |
Clocks in Norilsk are 5 h ahead of Oslo right now, so a 5 h 19 min journey lands 10 h 19 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Norilsk
Crossing from Norway into Russia: money changes from the Krone to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Airports at each end
Leaving Oslo
Oslo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sandefjord Airport, Torp (TRF, 85 km).
Arriving in Norilsk
Norilsk is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Alykel International Airport (NSK), 35 km (22 mi) from the centre, whose 11,254-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alykel International Airport | NSK | 35 km (22 mi) | 11,254 ft | 574 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Norilsk from Oslo?
3,558 km (2,211 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Oslo.
How long does it take to get from Oslo to Norilsk by air?
About 5 h 19 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Oslo and Norilsk?
Norilsk is 5 h ahead at the moment (Asia/Krasnoyarsk against Europe/Oslo).
Which airports are used for Oslo to Norilsk flights?
Typically Oslo-Gardermoen International Airport (OSL) to Alykel International Airport (NSK).
What currency do I need in Norilsk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.