Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO) – Traveling By Plane

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Airport Name: Bergen Airport, Flesland (BGO)
Location: Flesland, near Bergen, Vestland, Norway
Map: Google Maps Link
Contact Information:
- Phone: +47 67 03 10 00
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.avinor.no

Founding Year: 1955
Development Timeline:
- 1955: Airport opens
- 1988: New terminal opens to accommodate increasing passenger traffic
- 2017: Opening of new terminal building to expand capacity and improve facilities
Significant Events:
- 2019: Record passenger traffic of over 6.5 million
- 2020: Adaptations and improvements in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

Passenger Services:
- Lounges: SAS Lounge, Bergen Lounge
- Wi-Fi: Free unlimited Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
- Baggage Services: Lost & Found, baggage wrapping, and storage
Shopping and Dining:
- Shops: Duty-free, local Norwegian products, and international brands
- Restaurants: Starbucks, Upper Crust, Fiskeriet, and more
Transportation:
- Public Transport: Light rail (Bybanen), buses, taxis
- Car Rentals: Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Sixt
- Parking: Short-term and long-term parking options, valet parking
- Shuttles: Hotel shuttles and city shuttles available
Accessibility: Services for passengers with reduced mobility, accessible restrooms, dedicated assistance teams

Terminal Information:
- Single terminal serving both domestic and international flights
Airport Layout Map: Interactive Map

Airlines: SAS, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Widerøe, KLM, Lufthansa, and many more
Destinations: Over 70 destinations worldwide including Oslo, London, Amsterdam, and Copenhagen
Flight Status: Real-time Flight Status

Check-In Procedures: Check-in counters open 2-3 hours before departure; online check-in available
Security: Comprehensive security procedures; separate lines for families and business travelers
Customs and Immigration: Passport control for non-Schengen flights, customs checks for arriving international passengers

On-Site Hotels:
- Clarion Hotel Bergen Airport
Nearby Hotels:
- Scandic Flesland Airport Hotel
- Comfort Hotel Bergen Airport
- Thon Hotel Bergen Airport

Lounge Access:
- SAS Lounge: Access with SAS Business Class tickets, Star Alliance Gold members, or for a fee
- Bergen Lounge: Access with Priority Pass membership, or for a fee
Lounge Amenities: Complimentary food and beverages, Wi-Fi, workstations, relaxation areas

Business Centers: Available in the SAS Lounge and Bergen Lounge with workstations and meeting rooms
Meeting Rooms: Available at nearby hotels such as Clarion Hotel Bergen Airport

Passenger Traffic: Approximately 6.5 million passengers annually (pre-COVID)
Flight Operations: Over 100,000 flight movements annually
Cargo: Handles over 30,000 tons of cargo annually

Upcoming Projects: Expansion plans including new terminal developments and increased capacity
Renovation Plans: Ongoing upgrades to terminal interiors, security, and passenger facilities

Reviews and Ratings: Generally positive reviews highlighting efficient operations and extensive facilities
Travel Blogs and Stories:
- Travel Blog Example 1
- Travel Blog Example 2

Images:
- Exterior view of the terminal complex
- Interior shots of check-in areas, lounges, and dining options
- Aircraft on the tarmac