Record-Breaking Traffic in Norway. Planes Filled to the Last Seat

The winter holidays coincide with the Winter Olympic Games. There is a noticeable increase in traffic at airports. Oslo Gardermoen alone will handle nearly 90,000 passengers on its busiest day. The increased traffic applies to both international and domestic travel.

Between February 9 and March 1, the four largest airports will handle a total of over 2.1 million travelers. Oslo will see the most traffic—1,396,479 people. Bergen will serve 318,574 passengers. Stavanger—193,970. Trondheim—220,819.

The busiest day in Oslo will be February 22, with 86,638 travelers expected. High numbers are also forecast for February 13 and 15. Increased traffic means full planes and greater strain on airport infrastructure.

The most popular destination is Copenhagen, followed by Stockholm and London. The top ten also include Amsterdam, Las Palmas, and Paris. The list is rounded out by Frankfurt, Munich, Helsinki, and Bangkok.

Avinor also reports growing interest in Norway as a winter destination. More and more foreign tourists are coming to the country, attracted by snow, skiing, and the northern lights. Inbound traffic is changing the structure of airport operations.

Airports have prepared for the increased number of passengers and more special baggage, including skis and strollers. Travelers are asked to arrive at the airport early, especially on the busiest days. For trips outside the Schengen area, additional time for passport control is recommended. Avinor also reminds passengers that lithium batteries and power banks must be carried only in hand luggage.