Norwegian Launches Winter Route Between Barcelona and Rovaniemi, Finland
Norwegian is strengthening its presence in Spain and responding to the growing demand for Nordic destinations with a new route connecting Barcelona to Rovaniemi, located in the heart of Finnish Lapland. This city is globally renowned as the official home of Santa Claus and one of the top destinations to experience the Arctic winter and witness the Northern Lights.
A New Connection to the Most Authentic Winter
Starting on December 3, 2025, Norwegian will operate direct flights between these two cities, with service continuing until mid-February. The flights will run twice weekly, available on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
“Rovaniemi is a unique destination that combines the magic of winter and Christmas, along with the thrill of seeing the Northern Lights in person,” said Magnus Thome Maursund, Commercial Director of Norwegian. “Traveling to Europe’s northernmost cities has become increasingly popular in recent years, and we are delighted to meet this demand with a new direct connection.”
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Rovaniemi: Nature, Christmas, and the Northern Lights
Rovaniemi’s appeal extends beyond Christmas tourism. Its location above the Arctic Circle makes it an ideal spot to view the Northern Lights, a breathtaking experience that attracts thousands of travelers each year. This launch comes at the perfect time to capture the interest of tourists seeking unforgettable winter getaways.
An Expanding Network from Barcelona
With this new addition, Norwegian now offers nine direct routes from Barcelona to Nordic countries:
- Denmark: Copenhagen
- Norway: Oslo, Sandefjord, Bergen, and Stavanger
- Sweden: Stockholm and Gothenburg
- Finland: Helsinki and Rovaniemi
Sustained Growth in Spain
In 2025, Norwegian will operate a total of 351 routes, 83 of which provide direct connections to eleven Spanish airports, including Barcelona, Alicante, Bilbao, Gran Canaria, Ibiza, Madrid, Málaga, Palma de Mallorca, Tenerife South, Lanzarote, and Valencia.
Barcelona is one of Norwegian’s five operational bases in Spain, alongside Alicante, Málaga, Gran Canaria, and Palma de Mallorca. During the summer schedule, eight routes originate or terminate in Barcelona, highlighting the city’s importance in the airline’s operations.
Tickets for the new route are now available for purchase on the airline’s website as of today, April 25, 2025.
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