Oslo Airport Map & Terminal Guide 2026

Oslo Airport Map

The Oslo Airport map below shows the full layout of Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL/ENGM). OSL handled 26 million passengers in 2024 and serves as the primary hub for Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and an operating base for Norwegian Air Shuttle, Widerøe and Norse Atlantic Airways. More than 40 airlines connect the airport to over 160 destinations across 31 domestic routes and 130 international ones.

As you can see on the Oslo Airport map, the layout is a single large terminal building with four piers extending outward. The West Pier holds the domestic A-gates. The South Pier covers remote B-stands used for Schengen flights. The North Pier, which opened in 2017 and earned a BREEAM Excellent sustainability rating, contains the C and D gates. The East Pier is split between Schengen international E-gates and non-Schengen F-gates, separated by a passport control checkpoint. Study the OSL terminal map before you travel so you know exactly which pier your gate sits on.

Oslo Airport Location Map

Oslo Airport Gardermoen sits approximately 35 km (22 miles) northeast of Oslo city centre, near the town of Gardermoen in Akershus county at the border of Nannestad and Ullensaker municipalities. The airport is accessed directly from the E6 motorway. The location map below shows OSL’s position relative to Oslo and the surrounding region.

Oslo Airport Terminal Layout

Oslo Airport operates from one large terminal building covering 265,000 square metres. Despite being a single terminal, it functions like multiple zones with hard separations between domestic, Schengen and non-Schengen areas. Passport control sits in the East Pier corridor between the E-gates and F-gates. Once through security in the Departures Hall, you can move freely between domestic and Schengen areas, but crossing to non-Schengen requires passing passport control.

The terminal has two levels at the main building: Level 2 (Arrivals and baggage claim) and Level 3 (Departures and check-in). The train station sits below the terminal at Level 1, directly accessible from the arrivals hall. All check-in counters are in the Departures Hall on Level 3, and gate access begins after security screening.

Oslo Airport Security Checkpoints

The main security checkpoint is located on Level 3 in the Departures Hall. Fast Track lanes are available to the left of the Point kiosk and can be accessed by passengers with Fast Track entitlement through their airline, frequent flyer status or ticket type. Security screening covers all passengers regardless of destination — the split between Schengen and non-Schengen flights happens later, at passport control in the East Pier.

Passport control is positioned in the East Pier corridor between the Schengen E-gates and the non-Schengen F-gates. Every passenger travelling to a destination outside the Schengen Area must clear passport control here before reaching the F-gate boarding areas. Passengers connecting from non-Schengen international arrivals to domestic flights need to collect baggage, clear customs and check in again for their onward flight.

Oslo Airport West Pier — A-Gates (Domestic)

The West Pier is the original domestic wing of the terminal and the largest pier by gate count. It handles the vast majority of domestic Norwegian flights and is accessible directly from the main Departures Hall after security. SAS, Norwegian and Widerøe all operate domestic routes from the A-gates. The SAS Domestic Lounge and the OSL Lounge are both located on this pier.

Oslo Airport South Pier — B-Gates and Remote Stands

The South Pier was built in 2012 as a temporary measure to offset gates lost during North Pier construction. It was originally intended for demolition after five years, but a moving walkway was added in 2018 and it is now a permanent fixture. The B-gates are primarily remote stands served by shuttle buses from the international area. From 2024, the South Pier has also been used for early morning Schengen international flights. When configured for international remote stands, passengers access them via shuttle bus from the G1 to G8 boarding area.

Oslo Airport North Pier — C and D Gates

The North Pier opened in April 2017 and was the first terminal pier in the world to receive a BREEAM Excellent sustainability rating. It uses recycled runway snow for energy, Scandinavian timber and recycled concrete throughout. The pier contains 11 gates split between domestic C-gates and Schengen international D-gates. The D2 gate area is also the location of the Domestic Transfer filter, used by connecting passengers arriving from Schengen international flights who need to board a domestic flight without leaving the airside zone.

Oslo Airport East Pier — E and F Gates (International)

The East Pier handles all international flights outside the domestic and Schengen zones. It is divided into two sections: the E-gates for Schengen international flights (European destinations within the Schengen Area) and the F-gates for non-Schengen international flights to destinations outside the Schengen zone, including intercontinental routes. Passport control sits between the two sections. The SAS Business Lounge and the international OSL Lounge are located in the E-gate area before passport control.

Getting Around Oslo Airport

Oslo Airport has one terminal so there are no inter-terminal shuttles. Within the terminal, moving walkways connect the North Pier to the main building and a moving walkway also links the South Pier. Walking from the domestic A-gates to the far end of the non-Schengen F-gates takes around 15 to 20 minutes. The key decision point is passport control in the East Pier: pass through it for non-Schengen F-gate departures, but do not pass through if your flight is a Schengen E-gate departure.

Connection Times at Oslo Airport

Domestic to domestic connections within the A and C gates are fast, typically 30 to 40 minutes minimum. Domestic to Schengen international connections require re-clearing security in some cases, so allow 60 minutes. Domestic to non-Schengen international connections are more complex: arriving international passengers must collect baggage, clear customs and re-check bags, so allow at least 90 minutes. Schengen to non-Schengen connections within the airside zone only require passing passport control, so 45 to 60 minutes is usually sufficient if gates are close.

Getting to Oslo Airport

All ground transport for arrivals is available from Level 2. The train station is on Level 1, directly below the arrivals hall and accessed by following train signs through the terminal.

Oslo Airport Parking

Oslo Airport has around 20,000 parking spaces across two indoor multi-storey car parks and eight outdoor lots. The parking system uses automatic licence plate recognition (Autopay) so there are no paper tickets. Payment is made via the Autopay app, at machines or within 48 hours online. Pre-booking via Avinor is always cheaper than drive-up rates, and prices are dynamic so booking early saves money.

Oslo Airport Map — Arrivals

Domestic arrivals land at the A or C gates and proceed directly to baggage claim on Level 2 without any passport or customs checks. Schengen international arrivals land at the D or E gates and collect bags on Level 2, then exit through the EU/Schengen exit channel in customs. Non-Schengen international arrivals land at F-gates, collect bags, and must pass through passport control (staffed immigration desks) and full customs on Level 2 before exiting into the public arrivals hall. All arrivals exit into the same main arrivals hall on Level 2, where trains, taxis and buses depart.

Oslo Airport Map — Departures

All airlines check in on Level 3 of the main terminal. There is one shared Departures Hall regardless of your destination. After check-in, proceed to the main security checkpoint, use Fast Track if available, and follow signs for your pier. Domestic and Schengen passengers proceed directly to their gate after security. Non-Schengen passengers turn right through the East Pier and clear passport control before reaching their F-gate.

Recommended Arrival Times

Arrive at least 2 hours before domestic and Schengen flights. Allow 3 hours before non-Schengen international flights, particularly for early morning departures when security and passport control are busiest. Check-in desks for most airlines close 45 minutes before departure. Gate assignments appear on screens throughout the terminal and on your airline’s app.

Oslo Airport Lounges

Insider Tips

Oslo Airport operates as a silent airport so there are no overhead announcements. Watch screens constantly. The East Pier E-gates get crowded during peak European departures in the 06:00 to 10:00 window, so arrive at the gate early if you are on a morning Schengen flight. The cheapest way into the city is the Vy regional train at around NOK 120, and it is only 4 minutes slower than the more expensive Flytoget Express. If connecting internationally to domestically, clear the D2 transfer filter before heading to the A-gates rather than exiting to the public arrivals area. The duty-free store at OSL is the largest in Europe and is worth leaving a few minutes for on outbound flights. Refer to the Oslo Airport map above to plan your route before you arrive.