Easter traffic rush

As usual, many people will be travelling from Oslo Airport during Easter, with traffic peaks expected on Thursday and Friday, 17 and 18 March. We recommend that all travellers plan to arrive a bit earlier at the airport.

“There are a lot of travellers and a lot of luggage, so we are asking that people add some extra time to their schedules. This will help ensure a pleasant and stress-free start to your Easter holiday,” says Joachim Westher Andersen, Head of Communications at Oslo Airport.

Travelling with skis?
Ski gear must be sent as special baggage, as most airlines charge extra for this.

“Allow plenty of time in your schedule for check-in, sending special baggage or normal baggage, security check, a bite to eat, shopping, and the time it takes to walk to the gate,” says Andersen.

“People travelling to countries outside the Schengen area must allow for additional time for passport inspection, and if you have a domestic flight you may need to allow for some additional walking time if your flight is departing from gates B1 to B8.”

If you are using the airport’s self service solutions and checking your baggage yourself, travellers are encouraged to tie up long straps or clasps so they do not become stuck in the baggage belt. This particularly applies to backpacks and all types of bags. If you are concerned that your baggage is not packed correctly, contact nearby staff.

Separate security lane for families with children
The family lane in the security check is popular, and can be used by everyone traveling with children under the age of 12. Children travelling alone can also use this lane.

“You can find the lane by looking for the Felix & Fiona plane in the security check area.”

“There is a dedicated breastfeeding nook in the domestic pier for those who would like to use this, and our child-size planes in the terminal are always popular. You can purchase baby food at Monolitten (domestic) and the Food Market (international).

There are many excellent food options for families with children at our dining establishments, so why not start your holiday at Oslo Airport?

“We hope our options and services for children and families will make your journey easier and more pleasant,” says Andersen.

Relax at the airport – become an EarlyBird
With more travellers than usual, it is important to allow some extra time in your schedule.

“With more passengers and often extra Easter luggage, the time spent on check-in and in the security check can vary somewhat. There are often many travellers particularly between the hours of 0600 – 1000 and 1500 – 1800, and it would be wise to arrive earlier than usual. It's better to be early and have a nice start to your Easter,” says Westher Andersen.

If you register as an EarlyBird, Oslo Airport’s digital travelling companion, you will receive useful and relevant information about your trip, as well as good discounts for parking, food and beverages, among other things.

Link: Read more about EarlyBird here

“Registering is easy, and as an EarlyBird, you can start to receive updated information about your trip right now, as well as access to very good discounts for selected products and services at Oslo Airport. For example, you can receive a 36 per cent discount on parking, and several other good offers,” says Westher Andersen.

If you have any questions regarding your visit at Oslo Airport, passenger service is on duty 24/7. Please send us a message in our inbox or post on the wall on our Facebook page if you have any questions.www.facebook.com/OsloLufthavn

Easter travel figures
Below is an overview of expected traffic figures for Oslo Airport during the Easter holiday, departures and arrivals.

Thursday, 17 March: 74543
Friday, 18 March: 83721
Saturday, 19 March: 93186
Sunday, 20 March: 47469
Monday, 21 March: 70881
Tuesday, 22 March: 55365
Wednesday 23 March: 51161
Thursday, 24 March: 60633
Friday, 25 March: 52578