Norse Atlantic Airways News
The North’s only direct Bangkok service to quadruple in frequency this year
Manchester Airport and Norse Atlantic Airways have announced that flights between the UK’s global gateway in the North and Bangkok will run four times a week from December. The seasonal service launched in November 2025 and has proven popular, with more than 10,000 passengers taking advantage of a direct link between the North’s global hub airport and one of the world’s most popular tourism hotspots.
Norse Atlantic Airways selects new JFK Terminal 6 for operations in 2026
JFK Millennium Partners (JMP), the company selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey to build and operate John F. Kennedy International Airport’s new world-class Terminal 6 (T6), and Norse Atlantic Airways (Norse Atlantic), an international carrier known for its commitment to affordable fares on long-haul flights, today announced that Norse Atlantic has selected T6 for its operations beginning in 2026. Norse Atlantic, which was recently ranked the 15th largest airline at JFK airport*, joins a growing list of international carriers who have chosen to make T6 their future home at JFK.
Minister Bartlett Welcomes New Flight Service Between UK & Jamaica by Norse
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has welcomed the announcement by low-cost Norwegian airline Norse Atlantic Airways that it will expand its services to the Caribbean to include Jamaica this winter season.
Norse Atlantic Airways agrees new connection partnerships with easyJet, Norwegian and Spirit
Norse Atlantic Airways has launched connectivity partnerships with easyJet, Norwegian and Spirit Airlines. The virtual interline agreement, powered by Dohop, will provide over 600 weekly connections at its international hubs Oslo, London, Berlin, New York, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando and Los Angeles.
Norse Atlantic Airways takes off with inaugural flight from Oslo to New York
Norse Atlantic Airways celebrated the first commercial departure from Oslo to New York JFK. The occasion also marked the formal opening of the new non-Schengen terminal at Oslo Airport which will welcome passengers to an efficient new airport experience.
Norse Atlantic Airways launches ticket sales between London Gatwick - New York JFK
Norse Atlantic Airways has opened ticket sales for flights between London Gatwick and New York JFK. UK customers will be able to take advantage of affordable fares and enjoy a quality service on board modern Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. The daily direct service will commence on 12th August 2022.
Norse Atlantic Airways secures Gatwick slots
Norse Atlantic Airways has secured new slots at Gatwick at it prepares for take-off. Destinations are still to be confirmed, but the airline has secured two six-weekly slot pairs from the London airport.
Norse Atlantic Airways launches pilot cadet programme
Norse Atlantic Airways and OSM Aviation Academy have agreed to work together to launch a cadet program. It is hoped the plan will prepare students for a future career at the new long-haul airline.
Norse Atlantic Airways wins US flight approval
The United States department of transportation has approved Norse Atlantic Airways’ application for the operation of flights between Norway and the European Union to the destination.
Norse Atlantic Airways prepares for take-off
The Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority has issued an air operator’s certificate to Norse Atlantic Airways. The new airline is on track to start transatlantic flights in spring 2022.
Norse Atlantic Airways to be fully operational next summer
The company believes that demand for transatlantic travel will be back by the second quarter of next year and anticipates that all of its 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners will be flying this time next year.
Norse Atlantic Airways aims to replace Norwegian in long-haul market
Norse Atlantic Airways is set to become the latest European carrier to attempt to launch low-cost, long-haul connections to the United States.