SAS and Norwegian have cancelled a number of domestic flights on Wednesday, 9 September, at Avinor’s request, as Oslo prepares for increased traffic surrounding the funeral of King Harald V.
Norwegian initially cancelled 16 flights—eight return services linking Oslo with Bergen, Trondheim and Stavanger—and subsequently withdrew another four flights. This brings the airline’s total to 20 cancellations. Affected passengers have been notified and are being rebooked, although Norwegian warned that alternative services are filling quickly.
At least 12 SAS domestic departures were also listed as cancelled, according to TV 2, although the airline had not yet confirmed the final number. SAS said it was adjusting its schedule in close cooperation with Avinor.
The airport operator requested reduced traffic during periods when the greatest concentration of flights is expected. Avinor said the measure was intended to accommodate both regular operations and special aviation activity associated with the funeral. Travellers flying to or from Oslo have been advised to allow additional time.
