The transatlantic market between Norway and the United States has grown and evolved, with direct flights becoming crucial for business and leisure travelers. Nonstop flights offer time savings and convenience, eliminating the need for layovers and streamlining the travel experience.
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In this article, we analyze the current nonstop flight options between Norway and the United States based on the latest available data, focusing on destinations served, the airlines operating the routes, and the broader implications for travelers.
Airlines operating nonstop flights between Norway and the US
According to Cirium, an aviation analytics company, two primary airlines dominate the nonstop transatlantic routes between Norway and the US: Norse Atlantic Airways (N0) and SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK). Both airlines operate out of Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL), Norway’s central hub for international travel.
|
Operating Airline |
Origin |
Destination |
Miles |
Operations |
Seats |
ASMs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Norse Atlantic |
LAX |
OSL |
5344 |
2 |
682 |
3,644,608 |
|
N0 |
OSL |
LAX |
5344 |
2 |
682 |
3,644,608 |
|
N0 |
MIA |
OSL |
4739 |
5 |
1696 |
8,037,344 |
|
N0 |
OSL |
MIA |
4739 |
5 |
1696 |
8,037,344 |
|
N0 |
JFK |
OSL |
3686 |
3 |
1020 |
3,759,720 |
|
N0 |
OSL |
JFK |
3686 |
3 |
1026 |
3,781,836 |
|
Scandinavian Airlines Systems |
EWR |
OSL |
3696 |
30 |
7863 |
29,061,648 |
|
SK |
OSL |
EWR |
3696 |
30 |
7867 |
29,076,432 |
Norse Atlantic Airways (N0)
Norse Atlantic Airways is a relatively new player in the long-haul, low-cost market, specializing in transatlantic routes. The airline has stepped in to fill the gap left by Norwegian Air Shuttle’s retreat from long-haul operations, offering budget-friendly options for travelers looking to fly directly between Norway and the US.
Based on current operations, Norse Atlantic operates nonstop flights between Oslo (OSL) and several key US destinations:
- Los Angeles (LAX): Norse Atlantic operates two weekly flights from Los Angeles to Oslo and vice versa. Each flight offers 341 seats, for 682 seats per direction across two operations in September 2024. The total Available Seat Miles (ASMs) for this route is 3.64 million, reflecting its significance as one of the longest direct flights between Norway and the US, covering 5,344 miles.
- Miami (MIA): Norse Atlantic operates five weekly flights between Miami and Oslo. This route covers 4,739 miles and has 339 seats per departure, totaling 1,696 seats per direction in September 2024. The ASMs for this route total 8 million, indicating strong capacity and demand for flights between these two destinations.
- New York (JFK): New York remains one of the busiest routes for transatlantic travel. Norse Atlantic offers three flights per week in each direction between Oslo and New York’s JFK Airport, with approximately 340-342 seats per departure in September 2024. The total ASMs for this route range from 3.75 to 3.78 million. This route covers 3,686 miles and is one of the airline’s flagship services.
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In total, Norse Atlantic operates 20 flights per week between Norway and the US, offering a total of 6,802 seats across all routes in September 2024. The average number of seats per departure is 340, with a total of 30.9 million ASMs. Norse Atlantic’s focus on popular long-haul destinations and its budget-friendly approach make it a significant player in this market.
SAS Scandinavian Airlines (SK)
As the flagship carrier of Scandinavia, SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers a more traditional full-service experience for transatlantic travelers. SAS has long been a significant player in the Norwegian-US market, delivering consistent and reliable service. Data from Cirium shows that SAS operates the following key route:
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Newark (EWR): SAS operates 30 flights in each direction between Oslo and Newark Liberty International Airport. The average number of seats per departure is 262, with 7,863 seats from Newark to Oslo and 7,867 from Oslo to Newark in September 2024.
The ASMs for this route total approximately 29 million each way, showcasing the high capacity of this popular business and leisure route. In September 2024, SAS operates 60 flights between Oslo and Newark, providing 15,730 seats. The average number of seats per departure is 262. With a total of 58.1 million ASMs, SAS remains crucial in ensuring nonstop connectivity between Norway and the US.
Popular destinations and route analysis
The data highlights several key US destinations that are well-served by nonstop flights from Norway:
- New York (JFK and EWR): New York is the primary destination for nonstop flights between Norway and the US. Norse Atlantic and SAS serve this route with multiple operations, offering 66 flights and more than 16,500 seats. New York’s role as a global financial, cultural, and business hub makes it a critical connection point for both Norwegian business travelers and tourists.
- Los Angeles (LAX): Norse Atlantic’s nonstop service to Los Angeles provides Norwegian travelers with a direct route to the US West Coast, covering a distance of 5,344 miles. The total seat capacity for this route is 682, reflecting the demand for travel between Norway and the world’s entertainment capital.
- Miami (MIA): Norse Atlantic’s five weekly operations between Oslo and Miami demonstrate the growing demand for travel to Florida. With 1,696 seats available in each direction, Miami is emerging as an increasingly popular destination for Norwegian tourists and expatriates.
An interesting market
Nonstop flights between Norway and the US, primarily operated by Norse Atlantic Airways and SAS Scandinavian Airlines, facilitate easy, efficient travel across the Atlantic. With key routes to destinations like New York, Miami, and Los Angeles, travelers now have more options and flexibility when flying between Norway and the US. As the aviation industry recovers, we expect even more growth in this vital travel corridor.