PopulAir
A Swedish low-cost regional airline linking Stockholm with smaller communities across northern Sweden and the Åland Islands using an all-Fokker 50 fleet.
About PopulAir
PopulAir is the passenger brand of Swedish operator Amapola Flyg AB, which was established in 2004 and initially concentrated on postal and other cargo services. Scheduled passenger flying began in 2018, following the collapse of regional carrier Nextjet. The PopulAir identity replaced the Amapola passenger brand in 2023. The company is Swedish-owned and belongs to the Salén family’s aviation and investment interests.
Stockholm Arlanda Airport is PopulAir’s principal base and the focal point of its scheduled network. The airline primarily links the capital with smaller communities in northern Sweden, including Arvidsjaur, Gällivare, Hemavan, Kramfors, Lycksele and Vilhelmina. It also serves Mariehamn in the Åland Islands and operates between Mariehamn and Turku, giving the network a limited international dimension.
PopulAir operates a uniform fleet of Fokker 50 twin-turboprop aircraft, divided between passenger and freighter configurations. Passenger aircraft accommodate about 50 travellers in a single economy-class cabin suited to short regional sectors. The type is older than many aircraft used by larger European airlines, but its capacity and operating characteristics remain appropriate for thin routes and airports serving relatively small communities.
The airline is not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld and does not operate a conventional frequent-flyer programme. An interline agreement with SAS can allow eligible itineraries to combine PopulAir and SAS flights on one ticket, with through check-in and baggage handling where available. Travellers should book through a participating channel if they need these connecting-ticket benefits.
PopulAir’s clearest strength is the direct access it provides between Stockholm and communities with few alternative air links, including routes supported through Sweden’s public-service system. Its small turboprop operation also brings practical limitations: schedules may be less frequent than on trunk routes, cabins and overhead storage are compact, and disruptions can leave fewer same-day alternatives. Building extra time into important connections is sensible.
Good to know
Flying with PopulAir — what to expect
Compact Cabin
PopulAir uses Fokker 50 turboprops with a single economy cabin. Overhead storage is smaller than on mainline jets, so pack cabin baggage conservatively.
Cabin Bag Limits
The airline permits one small cabin bag up to 45 by 20 by 35 centimetres and 8 kilograms, plus a small personal item placed under the seat. Oversized or overweight bags may be moved to the hold for a fee.
Arlanda Terminal
PopulAir uses Terminal 3 at Stockholm Arlanda, with check-in handled near the entrance to that terminal area. Confirm the terminal and check-in desks before travel because airport arrangements can change.
SAS Connections
PopulAir has an interline agreement with SAS, enabling through-ticketing and baggage transfer on qualifying bookings. Separate tickets generally provide less protection if a delay causes a missed connection.
Limited Frequencies
Many services are thin regional or public-service routes rather than high-frequency trunk flights. Leave a generous connection margin, particularly when no later departure is available that day.
Battery Rules
Batteries must not be packed in checked baggage under PopulAir’s published guidance. Carry permitted batteries in hand luggage and review the airline’s dangerous-goods rules before departure.
Route network
Popular routes operated by PopulAir
Notable destinations on PopulAir's network.
Destination list is indicative of PopulAir's network; see the airline's official route map for its complete, current schedule.
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FAQ
PopulAir — frequently asked questions
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8 common questions
- PopulAir has a compact network of roughly ten published passenger destinations across Sweden, the Åland Islands and mainland Finland. The total can change when public-service contracts and seasonal schedules are revised, so check the airline’s live booking system.
- Stockholm Arlanda is PopulAir’s dominant departure point. Mariehamn is another important station because it is served from Stockholm and provides the airline’s onward link to Turku.
- PopulAir’s primary hub and operating base is Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Its Swedish regional routes are largely organized around connections to and from Arlanda.
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- Stockholm Arlanda–Gällivare is among PopulAir’s longest scheduled city pairs. Some northern services may operate with intermediate stops, so check the itinerary shown during booking.
- PopulAir mainly connects Stockholm Arlanda with regional destinations such as Arvidsjaur, Gällivare, Hemavan, Kramfors, Lycksele, Vilhelmina, Örnsköldsvik and Mariehamn. It also operates a Mariehamn–Turku service.
- PopulAir permits one small cabin bag measuring no more than 45 by 20 by 35 centimetres and weighing up to 8 kilograms, plus a small personal item that fits under the seat. Larger bags may need to travel in the hold for an additional fee.
- Fares are generally lowest when booked early and outside holiday peaks, weekends and major local events. Because many PopulAir routes have limited frequencies, cheaper booking classes can disappear quickly on busy departures.