Airport Bergen (ENBR) IFR

IFR arrivals require PPR at least 12 hours before ETA, requested by informal email to flyparkering.bergen@avinor.no; approval is prompt and includes a PDF with GA and fuel details. VFR arrivals do not require PPR. IFR slots are mandatory and issued via the same email, with slot ID entered in the flight plan; changes to ETA or EOBT are accepted by email. ATC is described as friendly and efficient, with approaches straightforward for both VFR and IFR, though VFR arrivals must use published reporting points—direct approaches are not permitted. The airport can be busy with significant airline and helicopter traffic, but procedures for GA remain uncomplicated.

GA parking is located at the end of Taxiway B in a wooded area, near the self-service fuel station. Fuel (100LL and Jet A1) is available via self-service pump using BP Carnet or BP card; credit cards are accepted at times but may not always function, and the pump can be finicky—full fueling may require several cycles. Parking is generally free for GA on Avinor airports. Landing fees are paid online through Avinor; Example: landing fee about €40. The weekly Avinor card covers all landings and parking at Avinor airports; Example: weekly card about €270.

Transport between GA parking and the terminal is by airport vehicle or minibus, arranged by calling +47 670 31 112 or via Ground on arrival; drop-off is typically at Gate 5 by the Helicopter Terminal. From there, it is a 10–15 minute walk (about 1 km) to the main terminal where public transport departs. Taxis can be ordered to Gate 5; taxi to city centre costs about €100 and takes 20–45 minutes depending on traffic. The light rail (tram) departs from the main terminal directly to Bergen city centre, taking about an hour with frequent stops; this is a convenient and economical option.

Facilities include a friendly local aero club near GA parking offering hospitality to visitors. There are no reports of on-field restaurants specifically for GA, but hotel recommendations in Bergen include Citybox Bergen Danmarksplass (2 minutes from tram) and Opus Hotel. Hangar space may be available through private arrangements if needed due to weather.

Security procedures can involve multiple steps: after arrival, follow-me vehicles guide aircraft to parking and arrange transport to the terminal; on departure, security checks may require coordination with airport staff for access back to aircraft—expect some waiting time.

For customs/immigration on international flights (including UK), coordinate ground transport in advance by email as you must be driven to customs or the Helicopter Terminal for entry/exit formalities.

Bergen Airport offers spectacular approaches, reliable services for non-commercial GA, helpful staff, and good access to Bergen city despite some logistical steps between parking and terminal.