Direct flights from Oslo to Lofoten starting this spring
Starting this spring, Wideroe's turbo-prop aircrafts will fly directly from Oslo to Lofoten. (Photo: Edda Falk).
The Norwegian airline Wideroe has announced that it will introducing direct flights from Oslo to the Lofoten Islands, a popular tourist destination in Arctic Norway.
The Norwegian airline Wideroe has announced that it will introducing direct flights from Oslo to the Lofoten Islands, a popular tourist destination in Arctic Norway.
Presently, the only option for tourists is to fly to nearby cities such as Bodø or Tromsø, making the final leg of the journey by plane, ferry, car or bus.
According to Visit Norway, tour operators in Lofoten welcome the direct flight and believe that Wideroe's new route will make Lofoten more accessible for both Norwegian and international visitors.
Booking will be available this November, with flights commencing in April next year.