Bergen Airport, Flesland
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| Name | Bergen Airport, Flesland |
| IATA | BGO |
| ICAO | ENBR |
| Owner | Avinor |
| City-served | Bergen |
| Location | Flesland, Bergen Municipality |
| Elevation-f | 166 |
| Elevation-m | 51 |
| Coordinates | 60, 17, 37, N... |
| Website | https://avinor.no/en/airport/bergen-airport/ |
| R1-number | 17/35 |
| R1-length-m | 2,990 |
| R1-length-f | 9,810 |
| R1-surface | Asphalt |
| Stat-year | 2023 |
| Stat1-header | Passengers |
| Stat1-data | 6,679,000 |
| Stat2-header | Aircraft movements |
| Stat2-data | 100,000 |
| Stat3-header | Cargo (tonnes) |
| Stat3-data | 6,000 |
Bergen Airport, Flesland. It is the second-busiest airport in Norway and a primary international gateway to the Western Norway region. Owned and operated by the state-owned Avinor, the airport serves as a major hub for Scandinavian Airlines and Widerøe, facilitating extensive domestic and European traffic. Its strategic location supports the region's key industries, including offshore oil drilling and tourism, connecting Bergen to major cities across Europe.
History
The airport opened for civilian traffic in 1955, following its initial use by the Royal Norwegian Air Force. Its development was significantly accelerated by the growth of the Norwegian oil industry in the 1970s, which increased demand for air links to installations in the North Sea. A major expansion was completed in 1988 with a new terminal designed by the architectural firm Niels Torp. The airport has since undergone continuous upgrades, including a new pier in 2017, to handle growing passenger numbers and modern aircraft like the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320neo family.
Facilities
The airport features a single passenger terminal with two piers, capable of handling wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Key facilities include the Bergen Airport Security Service and a Royal Norwegian Navy helicopter wing stationed on the south side. The main runway, 17/35, is equipped with an Instrument Landing System (ILS) Category III, allowing operations in low visibility. The terminal houses numerous shops, restaurants, and executive lounges operated by Scandinavian Airlines and Norwegian Air Shuttle.
Airlines and destinations
The airport is a hub for Scandinavian Airlines, which operates numerous domestic routes to cities like Oslo, Stavanger, and Tromsø Airport, as well as international flights to destinations including Copenhagen, London, and Stockholm. Widerøe serves an extensive network of regional destinations using De Havilland Canada Dash 8 aircraft. Other major carriers include KLM, Lufthansa, British Airways, and Icelandair, providing connections to major European hubs like Amsterdam and Frankfurt.
Statistics
In 2023, the airport handled approximately 6.68 million passengers, making it the second-busiest in Norway after Oslo Airport, Gardermoen. It recorded around 100,000 aircraft movements and processed roughly 6,000 tonnes of cargo. The busiest domestic route is to Oslo, while the top international destinations include Copenhagen, London, and Amsterdam. Passenger traffic has shown consistent growth, closely tied to the regional economy and the operations of Scandinavian Airlines.
Ground transportation
The airport is connected to Bergen city center, approximately 19 kilometers away, by the Flybussen express coach service. The Bergen Light Rail (Bybanen) extension to the airport opened in 2022, providing a direct rail link to the Bergen Railway Station. Major car rental companies like Avis and Hertz operate on-site, and the airport is accessible via the European route E39 highway. Taxi services and private shuttle operators also provide frequent transfers to hotels and the Bergen Port.
Accidents and incidents
A significant accident occurred on 6 October 1948, when a Royal Norwegian Air Force Consolidated PBY Catalina crashed during a training flight, killing all five crew members. On 4 April 1989, a Partnair Convair CV-580 operating Flight 394 crashed into the Skagerrak after departure, resulting in 55 fatalities; the investigation cited counterfeit aircraft parts. The airport has maintained a strong safety record in the modern era, with incidents typically involving minor runway excursions by aircraft like the De Havilland Canada Dash 8.
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