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Mosjøen Airport, Kjærstad

Mosjøen, Norway

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Mosjøen Airport, Kjærstad

Mosjøen, Norway
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ENMS
ICAO
237 ft
Elevation
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Small regional gateway serving northern Norway's Helgeland coast.

Opened
1972
Location
Mosjøen, Norway
Mosjøen Airport, Kjærstad (IATA: MJF, ICAO: ENMS) is a regional airport located near Mosjøen, the administrative center of Vefsn municipality in Nordland county, Norway. The airport sits at an elevation of approximately 237 meters (777 feet) above sea level and operates a single asphalt runway. The airport primarily serves domestic routes, connecting the Mosjøen area to other Norwegian cities including Oslo. It plays a vital role in providing air access to a region where road and rail travel can be lengthy due to Norway's challenging terrain. Widerøe, Norway's regional airline specialist, is the dominant carrier at Kjærstad, operating turboprop services that link the airport into the broader Norwegian domestic network. Passenger volumes are modest, reflecting the small population of the surrounding area.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to its regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Bus and taxi services connect the airport to central Mosjøen, located a few kilometers away.
Airlines here
Widerøe is the primary airline serving Mosjøen Airport, operating regional turboprop routes.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport's full name references the Kjærstad area where it is situated.
  • ›The runway length limits operations to smaller regional and turboprop aircraft.
  • ›Nordland county's rugged geography makes air travel an essential transport link for residents.
  • ›The airport is operated by Avinor, Norway's state-owned airport operator.
  • ›Mosjøen is known for its well-preserved wooden townscape, and the airport supports local tourism.
Official website Wikipedia
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Gateway to Helgeland's rugged fjords and quiet northern wilderness

Mosjøen Airport, Kjærstad serves the small industrial town of Mosjøen in Nordland county, Norway. Operated by Avinor, it has functioned as a regional lifeline airport since the 1970s, connecting the Helgeland coast to larger Norwegian hubs. Its compact, efficient layout reflects the character of the community it serves — practical, unhurried, and close to nature.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single small terminal handling all passenger operations, check-in, and arrivals with minimal facilities but efficient processing.
Ground Transport
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal
  • Car rental (limited availability, pre-booking recommended)
  • Private vehicle pickup and drop-off
Nearby Hotels
  • Fru Haugans Hotel, Mosjøen
  • Comfort Hotel Mosjøen
  • Meyergården Hotel, Mo i Rana (regional option)
Dining

Dining options inside the airport are very limited, reflecting its small regional scale. Mosjøen town centre, a short drive away, offers local cafés and restaurants serving traditional Norwegian cuisine. Visitors are advised to eat before arriving at the airport for longer waits.

Traveller Tips
  • Book taxis in advance as services at this small airport are limited and not always immediately available.
  • Car rental must typically be arranged ahead of time — walk-up availability is unreliable.
  • Widerøe operates most flights here using Dash 8 turboprops; expect smaller aircraft and weight restrictions on luggage.
  • Mosjøen's historic Sjøgata district is a short drive away and well worth a visit if time allows.
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Route map (5 destinations)

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Airlines serving this airport

Widerøe
WF

Routes

MJF → BOOWF · DH2 DH1
MJF → MQNWF · DH1 DH2
MJF → TRDWF · DH1
MJF → OSYWF · DH1
MJF → SSJWF · DH1
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Mosjøen Airport
Encyclopaedia

Mosjøen Airport is a regional airport serving the town of Mosjøen in Vefsn Municipality in Nordland county, Norway. In 2014, Mosjøen Airport had 61,480 passengers. It is owned and operated by the state-owned Avinor.

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