Bergen · Norway
Bergen Airport Flesland (BGO)
Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO) is located approximately 18 kilometres south-west of Bergen city centre. Commercial operations are centered in a modern main terminal opened in 2017, handling both domestic and international passenger services for the Vestland region.
Terminals
- Main Terminal
- Handles all scheduled domestic and international passenger arrivals and departures.
- Helicopter Terminal
- Dedicated facility handling off-shore helicopter transfers for energy sector traffic.
Arriving
Arrivals follow a single streamlined pathway through passport control (if arriving from outside Schengen), baggage reclaim, and customs into the public arrivals hall.
- Follow overhead signs towards baggage reclaim upon disembarkation.
- Passengers on non-Schengen flights pass through border control before entering the baggage reclaim area.
- Baggage reclaim carousels feature monitors displaying flight numbers and origin cities.
- Clear customs via the green channel if within duty-free limits, or the red channel if declaring goods or exceeding allowances.
- Exit into the main public arrivals hall on the ground level for ground transport, car rentals, and terminal services.
Getting to the city
Train
Light Rail (Bybanen Line 1)
Direct light rail line running from the underground terminal station directly into Bergen city centre (Byparken).
- Time:
- Roughly 45 minutes
- Typical cost:
- Typically 40–70 NOK
Train
Airport Express Bus (Flybussen)
Direct coach service picking up immediately outside the terminal forecourt with limited stops into the city centre.
- Time:
- Roughly 30 minutes
- Typical cost:
- Typically 150–170 NOK
Taxi
Taxi
Official airport taxis are available at the taxi rank outside the ground floor arrivals exit.
- Time:
- Roughly 25–35 minutes
- Typical cost:
- Typically 400–600 NOK depending on time of day
Connections & transfers
Transferring between flights within the main terminal is compact and walkable.
- Domestic-to-domestic transfer passengers can generally proceed directly between gates without leaving the departure airside area.
- International-to-domestic transfers require clearing customs and passing back through security control.
- Gate-to-gate walking times across the integrated terminal rarely exceed 10 minutes.
Wi-Fi & staying connected
Free Wi-Fi is available across all terminal areas.
- Select the network named AIRPORT or Airport-Guest on your device.
- Accept the standard terms of service on the browser landing page to gain up to four hours of free connectivity.
- Additional time can be added by re-connecting through the landing portal.
Money, cards & tipping
Norway is predominantly cashless; electronic payment cards and mobile apps are standard.
- ATMs dispensing Norwegian kroner (NOK) and major currencies are located in both arrival and departure zones.
- Currency exchange facilities are present near the baggage claim and main concourse.
- Contactless payment cards are universally accepted for public transport, taxis, shops, and food vendors.
Food & drink
Dining choices cover landside and airside zones, featuring cafes, casual dining, and grab-and-go outlets.
- Landside options include convenience outlets and coffee outlets located in the public arrivals concourse.
- Airside options feature bakeries, seafood outlets, and snack bars in domestic and international departure areas.
- Operating hours generally align with the daily flight schedule from early morning to late evening.
Lounges & rest
An airline lounge service is available for eligible passengers in the airside departure area.
- The SAS Lounge is situated airside in the departure area near gate E8.
- Access is provided to qualifying SAS passengers, Star Alliance status holders, or through single-entry pass purchase when available.
- The lounge provides light refreshments, seating, work areas, and Wi-Fi.
Airport hotels
Several hotels are situated within immediate walking distance of the terminal concourse.
- Clarion Hotel Bergen Airport is directly connected to the main terminal building by a covered walkway.
- Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport is located approximately 2 minutes' walk from the terminal entrance.
- Scandic Flesland Airport is located roughly 500 metres from the terminal, accessible on foot or by light rail.
Baggage & customs
Baggage facilities cover lost luggage assistance, trolleys, and short-term storage lockers.
- Lost or delayed baggage is managed by designated airline handling agents in the baggage reclaim zone.
- Self-service luggage storage lockers are available on the ground floor landside area.
- Baggage trolleys are provided free of charge in the arrival hall and baggage reclaim zones.
Family & accessibility
Facilities for families travelling with children are provided throughout the terminal.
- Baby changing units are located adjacent to main restroom facilities landside and airside.
- Dedicated children play zones are situated in the airside departure areas.
- Free-to-use airport strollers are available airside after clearing security.
Facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- ATMs & Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage Lockers
- Baby Changing Rooms
- Children Play Areas
- SAS Lounge
- Car Rental Desks
- Duty Free Stores
Emergency & safety
Local emergency number: 112 (Police), 113 (Ambulance), 110 (Fire)
- Dial 113 directly for critical medical assistance or 112 for general police emergencies.
- First aid supplies and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are distributed throughout the terminal corridors.
- For non-emergency health services in Norway, contact the medical helpline on 116 117.
Before you leave home
- Check your passport validity and any visa, ETA or entry declaration required.
- Confirm your departure terminal on your boarding pass the day before.
- Activate a travel eSIM so you are online the moment you land.
- Download offline maps and screenshot your hotel address and booking reference.
- Tell your bank you are travelling and carry a backup payment card.
- Save the local emergency number and your embassy contact in your phone.
- Photograph your passport and store the copy somewhere you can reach offline.
- Check baggage allowance and any restricted items for your destination.
Official sources
Airport operations change. Always confirm terminals, fares and timetables with the official sources below before you travel.
- Avinor - Bergen Airport Official SiteOfficial airport source
- Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)Government source
- Norwegian Customs Authority (Toll)Government source
- Skyss - Public Transport in VestlandOfficial transit source
- Flybussen Airport ExpressOfficial transit source
- Helsenorge - Official Norwegian Health ServicesGovernment source
Guide last reviewed September 20, 2026
Airport information can change. Verify terminal assignments, schedules, fares, entry requirements and operating hours with the official provider before travel.
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Airport Wi-Fi is slow, time-limited and not private. A travel eSIM activates before you fly, so maps, ride-hailing and your booking emails work the second you switch off airplane mode.
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