North Flying
A Norwegian scheduled regional airline operating a compact cross-border network with Fairchild Metro/Merlin turboprops.
About North Flying
North Flying is presented under the legal name Air Norway, a Norwegian regional airline established in 2003. Its identity has been associated with small-scale scheduled services designed to link communities that cannot always support larger jet operations. The airline’s focused model differs from that of Norway’s major network and low-cost carriers, relying on a limited timetable and compact aircraft rather than a broad national network.
Oslo is the airline’s busiest departure hub, while Aalborg, Orland and Fagernes are also important points in its schedule. The network comprises 6 routes serving 4 destinations across Norway and Denmark. These links provide domestic access to the Norwegian capital as well as a short international connection to northern Denmark, with Oslo acting as the most useful transfer point for passengers continuing farther afield.
Aircraft recorded for the operation belong to the Fairchild Metro/Merlin family. These narrow-cabin turboprops are designed for short regional sectors and carry substantially fewer passengers than mainstream Airbus or Boeing aircraft. Service is generally arranged as a single-cabin regional product, so travellers should expect practical transport, limited room for larger cabin bags and fewer onboard amenities than those offered by full-service jet airlines.
The airline is not known to belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, and no dedicated frequent-flyer programme can be confidently identified. Passengers should therefore not assume that flights earn miles or provide reciprocal status benefits with a global alliance carrier. Connections onto other airlines at Oslo may require separate tickets, fresh baggage arrangements and additional transfer time unless the booking terms explicitly state otherwise.
The airline’s clearest strength is direct connectivity on a small network, including routes that can reduce the need for lengthy surface travel or indirect flights. Its limited scale is also a practical challenge: schedules may offer fewer alternatives when weather, maintenance or operational disruption occurs. Travellers should check flight status before departure and allow generous margins around important appointments or separately booked onward journeys.
Good to know
Flying with North Flying — what to expect
Compact Turboprop Cabin
Fairchild Metro/Merlin aircraft have a smaller cabin than typical mainline jets. Travellers should expect limited overhead or in-cabin storage and pack lightly where practical.
Check Baggage Terms
Baggage limits can depend on the fare and the operational constraints of a small regional aircraft. Confirm both cabin and checked allowances on the booking before arriving at the airport.
Limited Flight Alternatives
A compact network generally means fewer same-day replacement options during disruption. Leave extra time before important events or separately ticketed connections.
Oslo Connections
Oslo is the airline’s busiest departure point and the most practical gateway for onward travel. If connecting on a separate booking, allow time to collect and recheck baggage where required.
Simple Regional Service
Flights are short and the onboard product is generally functional rather than elaborate. Do not expect multiple cabin classes, extensive entertainment or the amenities of a long-haul carrier.
Network overview
Where North Flying flies
North Flying operates 6 routes to 4 destinations across 2 countries, its longest sector reaching Orland to Oslo (397 km nonstop).
Destinations served
Cities North Flying flies to, most-served first.
Main hubs
Busiest departure bases, by route count.
Fleet
Aircraft types on record for these routes.
Longest nonstop route
Orland → Oslo
397 km · OLA → OSL
The longest sector in the North Flying network, measured as the great-circle distance between the two airports.
Route data · TravelPayouts route data · updated 2026-07
Route network
Popular routes operated by North Flying
Notable destinations on North Flying's network.
M3OslodirectM3AalborgdirectM3FagernesdirectM3OrlanddirectDestination list is indicative of North Flying's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
North Flying — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- Fares are generally most competitive when booked early and outside peak holiday or business-travel periods. Compare nearby dates because a small regional schedule can produce substantial differences between departures.
- North Flying serves Oslo, Aalborg, Fagernes and Orland. Its network links destinations in Norway and Denmark.
- Cabin-baggage rules should be checked directly on the booking because small Fairchild Metro/Merlin aircraft have restricted storage. A bag accepted on a larger jet may need to be checked or placed in an aircraft hold.
- North Flying's longest route is Orland to Oslo, about 397 km nonstop.
- North Flying serves exactly 4 destinations across 2 countries, operating 6 routes.
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- Oslo is North Flying's primary and busiest departure hub. Aalborg, Orland and Fagernes are the other principal departure points in its compact network.
- The busiest departure hubs, ranked by number of routes, are Oslo, Aalborg, Orland and Fagernes.