Norway's King Harald V has been laid to rest after a state funeral rich in pomp and ceremony.

More than 150 flights carrying royal guests, heads of state and VIPs are expected to land at Gardermoen ahead of the royal state funeral at Oslo Cathedral today.

Norway is bidding its final farewell King Harald V as the popular monarch’s coffin sets off for a funeral attended by royalty and leaders from across Europe and beyond

The Prince of Wales will attend the funeral of King Harald V of Norway on Wednesday in Oslo