PRESS RELEASE Norwegian Air is expanding and will operate direct flights to Oslo Gardermoen from Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport for the first time
Cluj-Napoca, November 20, 2025: Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport and Cluj County Council announce the expansion of airline operations Norwegian Air Shuttle ASA (*Norwegian) in Cluj-Napoca, which will operate flights for the first time to Oslo Airport, starting from the summer season of 2026.
Starting from June 20 2026, the airline norwegian will connect the city of Cluj-Napoca with the capital of Norway, Oslo, via flights to the largest airport in this country, Oslo Gardermoen.
Flights will be operated with 2 weekly frequencies, in the days of Tuesday and Saturday, according to the schedule in the following table, thus offering passengers from all over Transylvania an excellent opportunity to travel quickly and conveniently to Scandinavia.
Tickets are already available on the airline's website. www.norwegian.com.
| Destination | Start route | Operating days | Operating program |
|---|---|---|---|
| OSLO GARDERMOEN (OSL) | June 20, 2026 | Tuesday |
Departure CLJ 13:35 – Arrival OSL 15:15 Departure OSL 9:15 – Arrival CLJ 12:55 |
| Saturday |
Departure CLJ 23:15 – Arrival OSL 00:55 Departure OSL 18:55 – Arrival CLJ 22:35 |
Note: Flight times represent local landing/takeoff times and are subject to change.
Through the new direct connection, passengers who choose to fly from Cluj International Airport to HUB Oslo Gardermoen, can benefit from multiple connections to the Scandinavian and Baltic countries, through Norwegian and Wideroe, from the network of Oslo Gardermoen International Airport (OSL) – the largest airport in Norway, with over 26 million passengers transported in 2024. The airport is located approximately 40 km north of the capital Oslo and serves as the main hub for Norwegian Air. Oslo Airport was recognized as the most punctual airport in the world in May of this year, according to the latest global on-time performance report by aviation analytics company Cirium.
Oslo – the capital of Norway, is the center of Norwegian commerce, banking, industry and shipping. Oslo is considered the capital of oil painting, sculpture and theater, being a city full of art. Oslo is also the place where the Nobel Peace Prize is awarded, and the annual award ceremony takes place at the City Hall. Among the tourist attractions worth visiting are: Vigeland Sculpture Park, the National Gallery, Akershus Fortress, Fram Museum, the Royal Palace and Oslo Cathedral.
Also, starting from June 28 2026, the airline norwegian which will connect for the first time the city of Cluj-Napoca with the capital of Denmark, CopenhagenThus, the new airline will operate flights to two of the most anticipated Scandinavian capitals from the 2026 summer season: Oslo (Norway) and Copenhagen (Denmark) from Cluj International Airport.
Mr. Magnus Thome Maursund, Norwegian's Chief Commercial Officer, said: "The summer schedule for 2026 is ready and we are proud to present an attractive and comprehensive route network, with even more direct flights from across the Nordic region. We are also strengthening our offer with several new direct routes from Denmark, Sweden and Finland. Next summer, Norwegian will operate an expanded network with 129 destinations, while Widerøe continues to serve a number of smaller airports in Norway, providing important connections both domestically and to the rest of Europe.".
The President of the Cluj County Council, Mr. Alin Tişe he also wanted to specify: "This new air connection on the Cluj-Napoca – Oslo route Gardermoen offers significant opportunities for both the economic, academic and touristic environments. Cluj thus becomes more accessible to investors from Scandinavia – a region with a strong and innovation-oriented economy, and thus, Cluj residents will have easier access to one of the most dynamic areas of Northern Europe. This achievement represents not only the consolidation of the airport's position as the main air hub of Transylvania, but also a confirmation of the trust that international air operators place in the economic and tourist potential of Cluj County and the region.”
Mr. Viorel Federiga, President of the Board of Directors of Cluj International Airport, stated on this occasion: "The expansion of the destination portfolio, the attraction of new airlines and the continuous growth of passenger traffic at Cluj International Airport are clear evidence of a strategic vision as well as of an involved and dedicated management. The new destination to Oslo, the capital of Norway, means new travel options for Cluj Airport passengers, and this route can only strengthen the airport's position in the region, as the main air gateway to Transylvania.""
Mr. David Ciceo, Director General of Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport, sent the following: "The expansion of Norwegian's operations on the Cluj-Napoca – Oslo Gardermoen route is a very important achievement for our airport, which comes just 2 months after Norwegian announced the operation of flights to Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark. These destinations respond to the growing demand from passengers for Nordic destinations. The partnership with Norwegian brings new opportunities for both incoming tourism and for passengers traveling for leisure, business or family purposes."
Airline Information:
Norwegian is one of Europe's leading low-cost airlines, operating an extensive route network in the Nordic region, continental Europe and holiday destinations in southern Europe. With a modern fleet and high standards of safety and comfort, Norwegian offers a convenient and efficient travel experience for millions of passengers annually.
For details and reservations, visit the company's homepage. www.norwegian.com.
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