Tag: molde

airBaltic launches exciting direct route between Gran Canaria and Molde, Norway

Pack your sunglasses and your snow boots—because airBaltic just made it possible to tan in the morning and shovel snow by night. The airline has officially launched a brand-new direct route between Gran Canaria (Spain) and Molde (Norway), turning travel dreams (and temperature confusion) into reality.

The new service, which operates once a week on Wednesdays until early April 2026, connects airBaltic’s seasonal base in Gran Canaria with the postcard-perfect Norwegian town of Molde in under six hours. That’s right: six hours to go from tropical palms to fjord-front charm. Who needs teleportation when you’ve got airBaltic?

Sunshine-Seeking Norwegians, Meet Your New Winter Escape

According to Thomas Ramdahl, airBaltic’s Chief Commercial Officer, this new route is a win-win. “It’s perfect for Norwegians chasing the sun in winter, and for Gran Canaria locals who’ve decided it’s time to swap palm trees for pine trees,” he said.

Translation: Norwegians can now thaw out in the Canary Islands without enduring multiple layovers and questionable airport sandwiches, while Gran Canarians can finally see what all the fuss about Northern Lights and reindeer is about.

The airline also gave a big shoutout to Gran Canaria’s tourism partners, who’ve helped make this sunny-snowy connection possible. Because, let’s face it—everyone loves a good excuse to escape their own weather.

Need assistance with groups and incentives in Spain? Contact this amazing DMC in Spain!

What’s on Board?

The flights are operated by the sleek Airbus A220-300, which airBaltic loves to remind everyone is one of the most modern aircraft in the skies. And for once, that’s not just marketing talk.

We’re talking spacious seats, oversized windows, plenty of storage, and—wait for it—free high-speed SpaceX Starlink Wi-Fi. Yes, that’s right. You can stream your favorite show, video call your dog, or frantically check the weather in Norway mid-flight, all without losing connection. It’s basically the Tesla of planes—minus the autopilot debates.

airBaltic’s Canary Invasion Continues

This isn’t airBaltic’s first sunny rodeo. The airline has been steadily building its Spanish network since 2005, when it first landed in Barcelona. Fast forward to now, and it serves eight Spanish destinations, with Gran Canaria taking center stage as a key seasonal base.

This winter, airBaltic’s Gran Canaria routes will whisk passengers away to Billund, Ljubljana, Molde, Oslo Torp, Riga, Tallinn, and Vilnius. In short, if you’re trying to escape the cold (or find it), they’ve got you covered from the Baltics to the beaches.

For the geographically curious, this new Molde route also marks another clever connection between Southern Europe’s sun seekers and Northern Europe’s frost enthusiasts. It’s like travel matchmaking—one group brings the sunscreen, the other brings the scarves.

Why Molde?

Molde, charmingly nicknamed the City of Roses, sits surrounded by fjords, snowy peaks, and enough Instagrammable views to make your phone storage cry. It’s a small city with big scenery—and now, it’s just one flight away from the Canary Islands’ golden sands.

It’s the perfect setup for those who can’t decide between sipping sangria or hot chocolate. One Wednesday you could be floating in the Atlantic, the next you’re cruising down a fjord. It’s the kind of life balance we all aspire to—but only airBaltic actually delivers.

Final Boarding Call

So, whether you’re a Norwegian longing for warmth, a Gran Canarian craving a cool breeze, or simply a traveler who enjoys confusing customs officers with your mixed tan-and-parka combo—airBaltic’s new Gran Canaria–Molde route has you covered.

With its modern fleet, smooth service, and free Wi-Fi fast enough to make your home router jealous, this flight is more than just a new route—it’s a climate change experience you actually want.

One flight, two worlds. Bring your sunscreen. And maybe a snow shovel—just in case.