Brønnøysund Airport - Flight Information and Guide (BNN)

Brønnøysund Airport serves the small town in Helgeland region famous for Torghatten, a mountain with a natural hole through it visible from the airport.

Brønnøysund is also home to the Norwegian Business Register, an important national administrative entity.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: avinor.no/en/airport/bronnoysund-airport

How to get to Brønnøysund Airport

Brønnøysund city center is a few kilometers from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 10-15 minutes by bus or taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city center of Brønnøysund in just a few minutes.

By Train

The rail connection to the airport simply does not exist.

By Bus

Public transport to the airport is limited: many prefer taxi.

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Tips Torghatten, with its natural hole walkable through on foot, is just a few minutes from the city center: one of Norway's shortest and most distinctive hikes, doable in about 30 minutes round-trip.

Average travel time to BNN

TrainNot available

Shuttle busLimited service

Taxi / Private hire10-15 minutes (150-250 NOK)

Parking near Brønnøysund Airport

In front of the terminal is a small parking lot for passengers.

Rates are in line with Norwegian standards.

How to get to Brønnøy from BNN

By Train

The airport is not served by any railway line.

By Bus

Public bus connections are limited, which is why many opt for a taxi.

By Taxi

Taxis charge approximately 35-45 USD from Torghatten to the city center; for the short trip from the airport to the city center, fares are more moderate (approximately 150-250 NOK).

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Car rental at Brønnøysund Airport

The main car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for reaching Torghatten and the surrounding coast.

Required documents are a driver's license, passport and credit card.

Hotels near Brønnøysund Airport

Brønnøysund airport is just over 1 km from the centre: taxis and buses cover the distance in 5-10 minutes. This is the starting point for Mount Torghatten, with the famous natural hole running through it, and for the Vega archipelago, a UNESCO World Heritage site: two destinations that explain why many visitors stay in the area for only a night or two. The centre remains the most convenient base for those catching a flight or the Hurtigruten ferry, while those wanting to sleep right at the foot of Torghatten can move to the island of Torget, a few kilometres away by water.

City centre

Central Brønnøysund

About 1.1 km from the airport, 5-10 minutes on foot or by taxi; the Thon Hotel is 2 km from the terminal.

Best for: Those catching the flight or the Hurtigruten ferry who want to stay close to the harbour and the shops.

Pros

The Hurtigruten pier, the bus station and the shops of the centre within walking distance
Two different price ranges: a chain hotel or a small family-run inn

Cons

No dedicated airport shuttle, you need a taxi or a short walk
A small centre: evening life is limited to a few restaurants and bars

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Nearby town

Torget, at the foot of Torghatten

About 6-7 km from central Brønnøysund, on the island of Torget connected by a bridge; by car 10-15 minutes from the airport.

Best for: Those who want to sleep right on the island of Torghatten, ready for the climb to the mountain's hole as soon as they wake up.

Pros

The trail to the Torghatten hole starts a few minutes from the property
Restaurant and sauna on site, in a quiet corner of the coast away from the traffic of the centre

Cons

Without a car it's inconvenient to travel to the centre or the airport
Few shops or dinner alternatives nearby: you essentially eat only at the property

Recommended hotels

Toft bryggehotell A seaside hotel on the island of Torget, right at the foot of Mount Torghatten, with a sauna and the SMAK restaurant; it shares the property with the rorbuer cabins of the Norsk Havbrukssenter, the Norwegian aquaculture centre. View availability

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Airport services

The airport serves Brønnøysund, famous for Torghatten mountain with its natural tunnel, and home to Norway's Business Register.

Shopping & Duty Free

The airport does not have a duty-free area, given its small size.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated VIP lounges are present.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The terminal's public transit zones offer Wi-Fi connectivity.

Families & Children

With no significant family user base, dedicated family services remain limited.

Terminal guide

The terminal is compact, consistent with its role as a regional hub for Helgeland.

Those departing with flights should arrive with 1.5-2 hours' advance.

Map of Brønnøysund Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is Torghatten?

A mountain with a natural hole about 160 metres long running straight through it, said by local legend to have been created by an arrow thrown by a troll: a short but spectacular hike, doable in about 30 minutes round trip.

Q. Why is Brønnøysund administratively notable?

It hosts the Norwegian Register of Business Enterprises (Brønnøysundregistrene), an important government agency that manages the country's official registers of companies and associations.