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Norwegian Air Shuttle

Scandinavia's leading low-cost airline

  • NorwayCountry
  • DYIATA Code
  • NOZICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • Low-CostAirline Type

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About Norwegian Air Shuttle

Norwegian Air is Scandinavia’s leading low-cost airline, flying from Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Helsinki across the Nordics and to the rest of Europe. Every fare includes cabin baggage, and higher fares add checked bags, seats and flexibility. This guide covers power bank rules, check-in, seeing the northern lights and how it compares with SAS and Ryanair.

Founded in 1993 as a regional airline, it became a low-cost airline in 2002. It flies Boeing 737s and, since 2024, owns the regional airline Widerøe.

Norwegian Air flights to Oslo
Photo: Souro Souvik / Unsplash

Power Bank Rules on Norwegian Air

New international (ICAO) rules apply from 27 March 2026, and European airlines follow them:

  • Each passenger can carry up to two power banks, in cabin baggage only, never in checked bags.
  • Power banks cannot be recharged on board, and many airlines also ban using them to charge phones during the flight.
  • Up to 100 Wh needs no approval; 100–160 Wh needs approval from the airline. Keep them within reach, not in the overhead bin.

Check-In in Scandinavia

Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure. Many Nordic airports use self-service bag drop, and bag drop closes 40 minutes before departure. Arrive at least two hours before flights outside the Nordics.

Families and Special Assistance

Infants under two travel on an adult’s lap, and pushchairs and car seats can usually be checked in free. Request wheelchairs and other special assistance at least 48 hours before the flight.

Northern Lights and the Arctic

Domestic flights in Norway reach the far north:

  • Tromsø is one of the best places in Europe to see the northern lights, from September to March.
  • Bodø is the gateway to the Lofoten Islands.
  • Svalbard (Longyearbyen) has Arctic wildlife and midnight sun in summer.

How to Find Cheap Norwegian Air Flights

Cheap Norwegian Air flights: airplane flying in a blue sky
Photo: Viktor Forgacs on Unsplash
  • Compare LowFare plus a bag with LowFare+, which also includes a seat.
  • Book early for Christmas and Easter, when Nordic families travel.
  • Use Norwegian Reward to earn CashPoints on every trip.
  • Fly midweek for lower fares.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see its fares next to SAS, Ryanair and others.

Norwegian Air vs SAS vs Ryanair

Three airlines flying to and from Scandinavia.

Norwegian AirSASRyanair
TypeLow-costFull-serviceLow-cost
Cabin baggage10 kg8 kgSmall bag free
Wi-FiFree on most flightsFree for membersNo
LoyaltyNorwegian RewardEuroBonusNone

See our SAS guide and Ryanair guide to compare.

Arriving in Oslo

Oslo Gardermoen Airport is about 50 km north of the city. The Flytoget airport express train reaches Oslo Central Station in around 20 minutes, and local Vy trains are cheaper.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is Norwegian Air a Good Airline?

Yes. It offers low fares, free Wi-Fi and a good domestic network in Norway, with simple fares that make it easy to compare what’s included.

For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against Norwegian’s ticket types page. Rules change, so check the official website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

The airline is not a member of a global airline alliance.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

It owns the Norwegian regional airline Widerøe, and you can connect between the two on some routes.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) is the main hub, with large bases in Stockholm Arlanda (ARN), Copenhagen (CPH) and Helsinki (HEL).

Popular Norwegian Air Shuttle Routes

The busiest routes link Oslo with Bergen, Trondheim and Tromsø, and Scandinavia with London, Spain and the Mediterranean. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

Norwegian Air Shuttle Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Fares are sold as LowFare, LowFare+ and Flex. LowFare is the cheapest, LowFare+ adds a checked bag and a seat, and Flex can be changed freely.

On LowFare and LowFare+, you pay a change fee plus any fare difference.

  • LowFare Cabin baggage only; changes for a fee.
  • LowFare+ One 23 kg bag and seat reservation.
  • Flex Two 23 kg bags, free changes and fast track at some airports.
  • How to change or cancel Use My Travels on the website or app.

Norwegian Air Shuttle Seat Selection & Additional Services

Free Wi-Fi is available on most flights, and food and drinks can be bought on board.

Seats are included on LowFare+ and Flex and can be bought on LowFare.

  • Wi-Fi Free on most flights.
  • Food and drinks Bought on board.
  • Seats Included on LowFare+ and Flex.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help at least 48 hours ahead.

Norwegian Air Shuttle Baggage Allowance

LowFare includes a small under-seat bag (30 × 40 × 20 cm) plus an overhead bag (55 × 40 × 23 cm), with a combined limit of 10 kg. Flex allows 15 kg of cabin baggage.

LowFare+ includes one 23 kg checked bag and Flex two. Extra bags are cheapest when bought online in advance.

  • Under-seat bag 30 × 40 × 20 cm.
  • Overhead bag 55 × 40 × 23 cm.
  • Cabin weight 10 kg in total (15 kg on Flex).
  • LowFare No checked bag.
  • LowFare+ 1 × 23 kg.
  • Flex 2 × 23 kg.

Norwegian Reward: Norwegian Air Shuttle Loyalty Programme

Norwegian Reward is the airline's loyalty programme. Members earn CashPoints on flights and can use them to pay for future tickets and extras, along with member-only rewards.

  • Programme Norwegian Reward.
  • Earn CashPoints on flights and partners.
  • Redeem Pay for flights and extras.
Join or log in on the Norwegian Air Shuttle website

Norwegian Air Shuttle: Frequently Asked Questions

01Where is Norwegian Air Shuttle headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Fornebu, Norway.

02When was Norwegian Air Shuttle founded?

The airline was founded in 1993.

03What are Norwegian Air Shuttle’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: Oslo (OSL) – Main Hub; Stockholm (ARN) – Hub; Copenhagen (CPH) – Hub; Helsinki (HEL) – Base.

04What is the Norwegian Air cabin baggage allowance?

A small under-seat bag plus an overhead bag, 10 kg in total on LowFare and LowFare+, and 15 kg on Flex.

05Does Norwegian LowFare include checked baggage?

No. LowFare+ includes one 23 kg bag and Flex includes two.

06Is Wi-Fi free on Norwegian?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available on most of its flights.

07What is Norwegian Reward?

The airline's loyalty programme, where members earn CashPoints to spend on flights and extras.

08Can I use a power bank on Norwegian?

On Norwegian you can carry up to two power banks in cabin baggage (up to 100 Wh without approval, 100–160 Wh with approval). You cannot recharge them on board, and ICAO rules advise against using them to charge other devices in flight, so follow the crew's instructions. They are never allowed in checked bags.

09Can I change or cancel a Norwegian Air Shuttle flight?

On Norwegian Air Shuttle, fares are sold as LowFare, LowFare+ and Flex. LowFare is the cheapest, LowFare+ adds a checked bag and a seat, and Flex can be changed freely. On LowFare and LowFare+, you pay a change fee plus any fare difference.

10Is Norwegian Air Shuttle in an airline alliance?

No. Norwegian Air Shuttle is not a member of a global airline alliance.

11What are Norwegian Air Shuttle's IATA and ICAO codes?

Norwegian Air Shuttle's IATA code is DY and its ICAO code is NOZ. You'll see the IATA code (DY) in flight numbers and on boarding passes.

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