Loganair set to axe two routes from Newcastle Airport to Norway
According to the Herald, Loganair is expected to announce the end of direct flights from Newcastle to two cities in Norway, Bergen and Stavanger, around the start of 2026.
Despite the routes expected to be axed, Scottish holidaymakers would still be able to fly to Bergen with flights still available on the Loganair network via Edinburgh and Sumburgh.
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The three other routes from Newcastle Airport, to Southampton, Exeter and Newquay will reportedly be unaffected and as they 'remain very popular'.
There are no expected job losses as staff will be 'redeployed to other locations and roles across the business'
Loganair has been approached for comment.
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