Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO) serves Bergen and western Norway with both domestic and international flights, handling several million passengers per year. The airport is the main gateway to the region and to fjord cruise departures.
Flesland has a single passenger terminal with landside check‑in and airside gate areas; the layout is straightforward with a central concourse and gates extending from it.
Getting to and From Bergen Airport, Flesland #
Getting to and From Bergen Airport (Flesland)
Bergen Airport is about 18-25 km from Bergen city centre; typical travel time is 20-35 minutes by car.
- Rail/Metro: There is no direct rail link; buses and airport coaches provide the main public transit connections.
- Buses: The airport express coach (Flybussen) and regional buses connect the airport to downtown Bergen and nearby towns; journey time is around 20-35 minutes.
- Taxis: Taxis take about 20-30 minutes to the centre; fares are higher than the coach but offer door‑to‑door service.
- Driving: The airport is reachable by main roads with on‑site parking and car rental facilities.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bergen Airport, Flesland #
Bergen Flesland offers a full set of passenger amenities for domestic and international travelers.
- Lounges: Airline and contracted lounges are available for premium passengers.
- Food & drink: A selection of cafés and restaurants are located landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi: Free Wi‑Fi service is commonly available throughout the terminal.
- Charging: Charging points and outlets are provided in seating areas near gates.
- Luggage & accessibility: Luggage trolleys, left‑luggage services in some seasons, and accessibility assistance are available; check with your airline for help requests.
Tips for Bergen Airport, Flesland #
- The airport express coach (Flybussen) runs frequently to Bergen city centre - it’s usually faster than local buses and cheaper than taxis.
- Bergen Flesland can be windy and cold; dress accordingly when waiting for curbside pickup.
- If you need to reach nearby fjord cruise terminals, confirm which bus stop or taxi route your terminal uses.
Weather & Climate near Bergen Airport, Flesland #
Bergen Airport, Flesland's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 0°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1958 mm/year), wettest in December.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 182 mm | overcast | 89% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| February | Poor | 0° - 4° | -2° | 154 mm | overcast | 88% | 4.8 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.8h |
| March | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 151 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.6h |
| April | Acceptable | 2° - 9° | 2° | 103 mm | overcast | 83% | 4.5 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.4h |
| May | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 86 mm | overcast | 81% | 4.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.0h |
| June | Good | 9° - 16° | 12° | 109 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.5h |
| July | Good | 11° - 17° | 14° | 123 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.9 m/s | 1.1 high | 17.8h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 17° | 14° | 162 mm | overcast | 84% | 4.0 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.4h |
| September | Poor | 9° - 14° | 11° | 222 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 12.7h |
| October | Poor | 6° - 11° | 6° | 222 mm | overcast | 85% | 5.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.9h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 220 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.2h |
| December | Poor | 1° - 5° | -1° | 224 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.5h |
