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Norwegian Air (DY) is Scandinavia’s low-cost airline. Founded 1993, restructured 2021 after pandemic. 90+ Boeing 737s, 130+ destinations Europe + North Africa + Middle East. Baggage allowance: LowFare: 10kg cabin (55x40x23cm) + 1 small item (under seat). LowFare+: + 20kg checked + seat selection + flexibility. Flex: + 23kg checked + free changes + meals. Premium: 15kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge + premium seats. Check-in: online 24 hours-1 hour before departure (FREE). Airport check-in fee: NOK 350 / €30. Boarding: Premium → Flex → LowFare+ → LowFare. Common fees: name change NOK 650+ / €56, flight change NOK 350+ / €30, late online check-in €30. Hubs: Oslo Gardermoen OSL, Copenhagen CPH, Stockholm Arlanda ARN. Currency: charged in NOK Norway, DKK Denmark, SEK Sweden, EUR rest. Tip: Premium cabin includes lounge + 2 bags + better seats — €100-200 over Economy often worth it.
Norwegian Air baggage rules
- LowFare cabin (free): 10kg main bag 55x40x23cm + 1 small item (under seat).
- LowFare+ checked (€10-25): +1×20kg checked + seat selection + flexibility.
- Flex (€25-60 over LowFare): +1×23kg checked + free changes + meal.
- Premium cabin: 15kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge access + Premium seats + meals.
- Sports equipment: ski/golf/bike NOK 400-700 / €35-60.
- Pets (in cabin small): NOK 400 / €35.
- Pets (in hold): NOK 700-1500 / €60-130.
- Liquid limit: 100ml each + 1L resealable bag.
- Children (2-11): same baggage as adults.
- Infants (under 2): 1 small item + stroller free.
Norwegian Air check-in
- Online check-in: 24 hours to 1 hour before departure. FREE.
- Mobile boarding pass: Norwegian app or PDF.
- Airport check-in fee: NOK 350 / €30 if missed online.
- Self-service kiosks: at all hubs.
- Bag drop: 2-3 hours before departure.
- Boarding closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
- Document check: required for non-Schengen flights.
- Late = miss flight: Norwegian punctual at gates.
Norwegian Air fare classes + Premium
- LowFare: NO checked. Cheapest.
- LowFare+: + 1×20kg checked + seat selection + cabin priority.
- Flex: + 1×23kg checked + free changes + meal + priority + flexibility.
- Premium: dedicated cabin + 15kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge + premium meals + priority everywhere.
- Premium long-haul: recliner seats not full lie-flat.
- Best value: LowFare+ if checking 1 bag (saves €25-50 vs adding).
Common Norwegian Air fees + tips
- Late online check-in: €30.
- Airport check-in: €30.
- Name change: NOK 650 / €56. Don’t book without exact name.
- Flight change: €30+ + fare difference (LowFare). Free Flex 1 change.
- Cancellation: non-refundable except taxes (LowFare). Refund Flex.
- Excess baggage: €40-80 per kg.
- Special assistance: FREE — book 48h ahead.
- WiFi onboard: €5-15 short-haul.
- Hubs: Oslo OSL (main), Copenhagen CPH, Stockholm ARN.
- Best routes: Scandinavia ↔ Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece). Madrid + London + Berlin + Athens common.
- Skytrax: 3-star low-cost.
- Reviews: 3.5/5 typical TrustPilot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Norwegian Air free baggage?
LowFare: 10kg cabin bag + 1 small item — no checked. Pay LowFare+ €10-25 to add 20kg checked + seat selection. Or upgrade to Premium cabin for 15kg cabin + 2×32kg checked + lounge.
Norwegian check-in online?
24 hours to 1 hour before departure. FREE. Avoid airport check-in NOK 350 / €30 fee. Mobile boarding pass via Norwegian app.
Norwegian Air vs SAS?
Norwegian: low-cost (no included meals/bags Basic). SAS: full-service (Star Alliance + meals + EuroBonus miles). Both Scandinavian. Norwegian cheaper for short-haul. SAS for premium long-haul.
Norwegian Premium worth it?
Yes for long-haul — €100-200 over Economy includes lounge + 2 bags + premium seats + meals. For short-haul, LowFare+ usually sufficient.
Norwegian routes?
Scandinavia ↔ Europe (Spain, Italy, Greece, UK). Madrid, London, Berlin, Athens, Tenerife, Las Palmas, Málaga common. Oslo + Copenhagen + Stockholm hubs.
Norwegian Reward points?
Norwegian Reward = frequent flyer program. Earn CashPoints (1% of flight value). Redeem for any flight — no blackout dates. Less generous than miles programs but flexible.
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- Cabin-size carry-on suitcase — fits 55x40x20cm.
- Underseat backpack 40x20x25 — low-cost personal item.
- Travel insurance Europe — flight delay coverage.