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Moss Airport, Rygge

Oslo, Norway

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Moss Airport, Rygge

Oslo, Norway
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Former military airfield turned regional Norwegian gateway.

Opened
1940
Location
Rygge, Norway
Moss Airport, Rygge (ICAO: ENRY) is a former dual-use military and commercial airport located near Rygge in Østfold county, approximately 60 kilometres south of Oslo, Norway. It operated as a civilian commercial airport alongside its military functions, primarily serving budget carriers targeting the greater Oslo travel market. The airport's commercial operations were suspended in November 2016 after Ryanair, its primary airline, withdrew services following the introduction of a Norwegian passenger tax that made operations economically unviable. The Norwegian Armed Forces continue to use the facility as Rygge Air Station (RAS), maintaining its military function. Despite its closure to commercial traffic, the airport had grown considerably during its operational years, handling over two million passengers annually at its peak. Discussions about potentially reopening the airport to commercial traffic have periodically emerged but had not resulted in resumed civilian operations as of the early 2020s.
Terminals
The airport had a single passenger terminal building designed to handle commercial low-cost carrier traffic during its civilian operational period.
Getting to & from
Bus services connected the airport to Oslo city centre and Oslo Central Station, with the journey taking approximately 75–90 minutes.
Airlines here
Ryanair was the dominant carrier at Rygge, with Norwegian Air Shuttle also having operated flights before the airport's 2016 commercial closure.
Notable facts
  • ›Commercial operations ceased in November 2016 following Ryanair's withdrawal due to Norway's new passenger tax.
  • ›The airport is still active as Rygge Air Station, a Norwegian Armed Forces military base.
  • ›At its peak, the airport handled over two million passengers per year.
  • ›It served as an alternative to Oslo Gardermoen airport, marketed as 'Oslo Rygge' to international travelers.
  • ›The airfield dates back to World War II, when it was established during the German occupation of Norway.
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Southern Oslo's compact gateway bridging city life and coastal calm

Moss Airport, Rygge is a former Norwegian Air Force base located near the town of Moss in Østfold county, approximately 60 kilometres south of Oslo city centre. It served as a secondary commercial airport for the Oslo region, primarily handling low-cost carriers such as Ryanair and Wizz Air. The airport suspended all commercial operations in November 2016 after Ryanair withdrew its routes, and it currently operates under military jurisdiction with no scheduled passenger services.

Terminals
  • Passenger Terminal — A single modest terminal building that handled low-cost airline passengers during the airport's commercial era, now inactive for civilian use.
Ground Transport
  • Bus connections to Moss town centre and Moss railway station during commercial operation era
  • Taxi services from Moss town centre
  • Private car via E6 motorway
Nearby Hotels
  • Thon Hotel Moss
  • Quality Hotel Moss
  • Refsnes Gods (Jeløy island)
Dining

The airport's terminal facilities, including any food and beverage outlets, are no longer operational for the public following the cessation of commercial flights in 2016. Visitors to the Moss area will find a range of cafés, restaurants, and grocery options in Moss town centre, roughly 10 kilometres from the airfield.

Traveller Tips
  • Commercial passenger flights no longer operate from Rygge — use Oslo Gardermoen (OSL) for current scheduled services.
  • Moss town centre is accessible by train on the Østfold Line from Oslo Central Station, making it a convenient base for the region.
  • If travelling on military or special aviation business, verify access permissions directly with the Norwegian Armed Forces.
  • The nearby Jeløy peninsula offers scenic coastal scenery and cultural venues worth exploring if you are in the Moss area.

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Moss Airport, Rygge
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Moss Airport, Rygge was a minor international airport serving Moss, Oslo and Eastern Norway. It was located in Rygge in Moss Municipality, 10 km (6.2 mi) outside Moss and 60 km (37 mi) outside Oslo. It also served as a regional airport for Østfold county and owned and was operated by the private company Rygge Sivile Lufthavn AS.

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