Flesland

Flesland is a district and neighborhood in the city of Bergen, Norway. It lies on the western side of the city center along the coast and is part of the municipality of Bergen in Vestland county.

The area is dominated by Bergen Airport, Flesland, the region’s principal international and domestic air gateway. The airport opened in the mid-20th century and has undergone refurbishments and expansions to accommodate growing passenger and freight traffic. Its presence has shaped local development, with hotels, logistics facilities, and business services concentrated nearby.

Land use in Flesland is mixed but strongly oriented toward transportation and services for travelers. In addition to the airport, the district includes a business park and several supporting facilities, while a portion of the area remains available for light industry and some housing.

Transportation connections center on road access to central Bergen and the surrounding region. Regular bus services link Flesland with the city, and the airport provides onward connections to national and international destinations. Public transit accessibility and road infrastructure have been the focus of planning to manage traffic volumes associated with the airport.

Administratively, Flesland is part of Bergen municipality in Vestland. The district is not independently governed; municipal services are provided by Bergen. The area is commonly referred to by locals in relation to the airport.