Prior permissionPPR is required here. A filed flight plan does not count as permission to use the airfield, so ask the airport first.
Airfield Status
Molde Airport Årø takes business jets and serves Molde. The main runway is 07/25 – 2,221 m × 45 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. You need permission before you land (PPR). From Molde: About 6 km east of Molde.
- Runway
- 07/25 – 2,221 m × 45 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- On request – 3 hours’ notice
- Business jets
- Yes. Business jets
- Opening hours
- Mon–Fri 06:05–22:00, Sat 07:00–16:00, Sun 10:30–23:50 local (control tower). Outside hours by application three working days ahead.
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Required
- Telephone
- +47 67 03 23 10
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 30 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
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Arrival Protocol
Molde Lufthavn, Årø, Molde, 6421. The nearest major city is Molde, About 6 km east of Molde.
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Molde | 1 hr 25 min | 48 mi · 78 km |
| Ålesund | 2 hr 30 min | 86 mi · 138 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Operational Notes
Use outside the published opening hours must be applied for at least three working days ahead. Visual approaches and departures must avoid built-up areas.
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