Norwegian Air, once a dominant player in the low-cost long-haul market, has since shifted focus to short- and medium-haul routes within Europe. Despite its decision to pull out of long-haul operations, Norwegian still operates some fairly long non-stop routes, particularly originating from Norway.

Using the latest data for October 2024 from Cirium, an aviation analytics company, we’ve identified the airline’s five longest non-stop flights departing from Norway. These routes highlight Norwegian’s continued presence in key tourist and leisure markets.

5

Gothenburg (GOT) to Gran Canaria (LPA)

Distance: 2,452 miles

Kicking off this list is the route between Gothenburg and Gran Canaria, operated by Norwegian Air Sweden (operating under the Air Operator’s Certificate D8). This 2,452-mile non-stop route, while operated only once in October 2024, connects passengers from Sweden’s second-largest city to the popular leisure destination of Gran Canaria. Despite the limited frequency, this is one of the longest routes in Norwegian’s network.

Norwegian Boeing 737-800 airplane at Funchal airport (FNC) in Portugal.

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  • Distance: 2,452 miles (3,945 km)
  • Number of flights in October: 1
  • Number of seats: 189
  • Available Seat Miles (ASMs): 463,428
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Norwegian

IATA/ICAO Code

DY/NOZ

Year Founded

1993

CEO

Geir Karlsen

With 463,428 ASM in October, the route provides travelers with convenient access to one of Europe’s sunniest regions. Norwegian continues to ensure Swedish holiday-goers can easily reach Gran Canaria with minimal hassle, thanks to this direct service.

4

Sandefjord, Torp (TRF) to Gran Canaria (LPA)

Distance: 2,479 miles

Norwegian’s fourth-longest route in October 2024 is also operated under its Norwegian Air Sweden AOC. The route from Sandefjord, Torp to Gran Canaria covers a distance of 2,479 miles.

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Operated just once in October, this flight connects passengers from southern Norway directly to the popular holiday destination in the Canary Islands. Despite being a smaller regional airport, Torp serves as an important gateway for travelers seeking winter sun without the need for layovers in larger hubs.

  • Distance: 2,479 miles (3,989 km)
  • Number of flights in October: 1
  • Number of seats: 189
  • ASMs: 468,531
Two Norwegian Boeing 737-800s in London Gatwick.

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With an ASM of 468,531, this route highlights Norwegian’s strategy of offering long-distance leisure travel from secondary Norwegian airports like Torp. The Canary Islands are a perennial favorite for Norwegian holidaymakers, particularly during the colder months, and this route ensures that even travelers outside of Oslo can benefit from direct, non-stop service to Gran Canaria’s year-round sunshine.

3

Oslo (OSL) to Gran Canaria (LPA)

Distance: 2,551 miles

Norwegian’s route between Oslo and Gran Canaria remains one of its most popular, with multiple weekly services to cater to the high demand for holiday travel. As a top destination in the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria sees a large influx of tourists from Oslo, particularly during the colder months. This 2,551-mile journey takes passengers from the Nordic chill to the sunny beaches of the Spanish archipelago.

Norwegian Air Shuttle at Ciampino Airport (Rome)

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  • Distance: 2,551 miles (4,105 km)
  • Number of flights in October: 21
  • Number of seats: 3,906
  • ASMs: 9,964,206

With 21 services in October – the highest on this list – this route is one of Norwegian’s busiest long-haul routes, showing how much capacity the airline dedicates to this particular market. Norwegian offers nearly 10 million ASMs for this route (also the highest on this list), demonstrating the importance of the Canary Islands as a popular leisure destination.

2

Oslo (OSL) to Tenerife South (TFS)

Distance: 2,571 miles

Just measuring slightly longer in distance than the OSL-LPA route is another popular Canary Islands destination, Tenerife South. This destination sees a significant amount of traffic from Norwegian’s Norwegian-based customers.

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Even though the route between Oslo and Tenerife has fewer operations in October — just nine compared to Gran Canaria’s 21 — this destination has the second-highest frequency on this list. This route is crucial for leisure travel, particularly as Tenerife offers year-round sunshine and is a go-to holiday destination for European travelers.

  • Distance: 2,571 miles (4,137 km)
  • Number of flights in October: 9
  • Number of seats: 1,674
  • ASMs: 4,303,854

With almost 4.3 million ASMs in October, Norwegian is heavily invested in this route, even if it doesn’t operate as frequently as its OSL-LPA Tenerife’s popularity as a travel hub for both families and adventure-seekers ensures this route remains competitive despite the reduction in frequency compared to previous years.

1

Trondheim (TRD) to Gran Canaria (LPA)

Distance: 2,722 miles

Norwegian’s other service to Gran Canaria originates from Trondheim and ranks as the longest non-stop flight operated by the airline within its regional network. Spanning 2,722 miles, this route offers Norwegian travelers direct access to the Canary Islands from northern Norway.

Norwegian Air Shuttle Boeing 737 landing at Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport

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While this particular service only operates once in October 2024, its inclusion highlights Norwegian’s commitment to connecting key leisure destinations even from smaller regional airports.

  • Distance: 2,722 miles (4,381 km)
  • Number of flights in October: 1
  • Number of seats: 186
  • ASMs: 506,292
Norwegian Airlines Boeing 737 at sunset

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Despite its infrequent service, the route still boasts 506,292 ASMs, indicating that Norwegian aims to accommodate demand efficiently, albeit with a limited schedule. The Canaries are well-known for drawing tourists from all corners of Europe, and this route ensures that even passengers from Trondheim can escape to sunnier climes without the need for multiple stopovers.

Though Norwegian no longer operates long-haul flights, these routes demonstrate its focus on key leisure destinations from Norway, particularly to the Canary Islands. From the sun-soaked beaches of Gran Canaria to Tenerife’s year-round holiday appeal, Norwegian continues to offer long-distance flights within Europe, ensuring that even passengers from northern regions like Tromsø and Trondheim can enjoy direct, non-stop services to popular tourist spots.

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