What to expect on Widerøe’s Embraer E190-E2 from Munich to Bergen!
This Widerøe E190-E2 review covers the full experience from Munich to Bergen on flight WF1869 — including Munich Airport, boarding, the cabin and seat, legroom, onboard entertainment, complimentary drinks, and the winter flight across Europe to Norway.
This was my first time flying on Widerøe’s Embraer E190-E2, and it felt particularly special to experience the Norwegian airline on a jet aircraft. Widerøe is best known for operating short regional flights with its fleet of Dash 8 turboprops, so flying one of its largest and most modern aircraft from Munich to Bergen offered a very different side of the airline.
The journey itself was also completely unplanned. After arriving in Paris from Lima, disruption caused by fog meant that I missed my onward connections and suddenly had to find another way home to Norway. The only available option for the following day involved a long and unusual journey from Amsterdam to Kristiansand via Munich and Bergen — turning what should have been a simple trip home into an unexpected opportunity to try Widerøe’s E190-E2.
For me, the Embraer E190-E2 is one of the best regional jets currently flying. The 2-2 seating means there are no middle seats, while the quiet cabin, large windows and elegant interior make it feel more comfortable and refined than many other aircraft used on European regional routes.
Widerøe also includes complimentary coffee and tea, and passengers can connect their own phone or tablet to the onboard entertainment system to watch a small selection of films and television series. However, the experience was not perfect. The legroom felt tighter than expected, and the dense cabin configuration suggests that Widerøe has prioritised adding more rows over providing generous seat space.
Quick verdict
Pros
- Comfortable 2-2 seating with no middle seats
- Quiet and modern Embraer E190-E2 cabin
- Complimentary coffee and tea
- Free entertainment available on personal devices
- Scenic direct connection between Munich and Bergen
Cons
- Legroom felt tighter than expected
- The cabin configuration appears relatively dense
- Limited onboard food and entertainment selection
Overall, Widerøe’s Embraer E190-E2 provides a pleasant and modern regional flying experience. The quiet cabin, 2-2 seating and lack of middle seats make it more comfortable than many narrowbody aircraft, while the complimentary hot drinks and free entertainment are welcome additions. However, the limited legroom prevents the cabin from feeling as spacious as the aircraft’s modern design might initially suggest.
Flight details
Airline: Widerøe
Flight number: WF1869
Date: January 19, 2025
Route: Munich (MUC) → Bergen (BGO)
Departure: 13:55
Arrival: 16:20
Aircraft: Embraer E190-E2
Seat: 13F
Flight time: 2h 25m
In this review, I’ll walk you through the full experience from Munich Airport and boarding to Widerøe’s E190-E2 cabin, seat comfort, onboard service, entertainment and the scenic winter flight to Bergen.
Munich Airport
My connection at Munich Airport was far more stressful than planned. The flight from Amsterdam arrived almost one hour late, and we reached Munich just five minutes before the scheduled departure time of the Widerøe flight to Bergen. Needless to say, there was no opportunity to explore the airport properly.
Widerøe departs from Terminal 2 at Munich Airport, and on this occasion, luck was finally on my side. Our aircraft from Amsterdam parked at a remote stand, and the transfer bus dropped us surprisingly close to the gate for the Bergen flight. After the earlier delays, this made the connection much easier than expected.
There was also another piece of good news: the Widerøe flight was delayed as well. What initially looked like an impossible connection suddenly became manageable, and I was able to reach the gate without missing the flight.
Because the connection was so tight, I only saw a small part of Terminal 2. The area near the gate appeared fairly quiet and functional, with limited shops or facilities immediately visible, but I did not have enough time to explore the terminal properly or form a complete impression of Munich Airport.
Overall, this was less of an airport visit and more of a rushed transfer. Still, the convenient bus drop-off and the delay to the Widerøe flight turned a very stressful situation into a fortunate escape.
Widerøe E190-E2 Boarding, Cabin & Seat
After the rushed connection through Munich Airport, I arrived at the gate just in time and ended up being the final passenger to board the Widerøe flight to Bergen. There was no time to pause or take in the boarding process — I simply made my way straight onto the aircraft, relieved that I had not missed yet another connection.
Stepping onboard, the first impression was immediately positive. Widerøe’s Embraer E190-E2 has a 2-2 seating configuration, which means there are no middle seats anywhere in the cabin. This is one of the main reasons I enjoy flying on Embraer regional jets, as even passengers travelling in Economy Class are guaranteed either a window or aisle seat.
The cabin also had a pleasant and modern atmosphere. The E190-E2 feels noticeably more refined than many older regional aircraft, with a clean interior, large windows and a bright, comfortable overall design. Despite the stressful journey to reach Munich, the calm cabin made the final flight to Norway feel much more relaxing.
My seat was 13F, a window seat on the right-hand side of the aircraft. The seat itself was comfortable enough for a flight of just over two hours, and the absence of a middle seat made the space feel more private than on a typical Airbus A320 or Boeing 737.
The main weakness, however, was the legroom. It felt surprisingly tight for such a modern aircraft, particularly given how spacious the E190-E2 cabin looks at first glance. Widerøe appears to have chosen a relatively dense seating configuration, and this limits the overall comfort, especially for taller passengers.
Overall, Widerøe’s E190-E2 cabin makes a strong first impression. The quiet atmosphere, modern design and 2-2 seating are major advantages, but the tight legroom prevents the seat from being as comfortable as the aircraft itself has the potential to be.
Widerøe Food & Drinks
Widerøe does not include a full meal or snack in the standard Economy Class fare, but complimentary coffee and tea are offered during the flight. On a journey of more than two hours, this is a small but welcome touch, particularly since many European airlines now charge for almost everything onboard.
The cabin crew came through the aisle with the service trolley once we were established in the cruise. Passengers could choose between free coffee or tea, while additional drinks, snacks and light meals were available from Widerøe’s buy-on-board menu.
As expected when purchasing food in the air, the prices were relatively high compared with what you would pay on the ground. That is fairly normal for European airline catering, but it does mean that passengers wanting a more substantial meal may prefer to buy something at the airport before boarding.
Still, the complimentary hot drinks help Widerøe’s service feel slightly more generous than a completely no-frills experience. It is not an extensive onboard offering, but a free cup of coffee or tea is a pleasant addition on the flight from Munich to Bergen.
Flying Widerøe from Munich to Bergen
It was a beautiful, sunny winter afternoon in Munich, although our departure was delayed and we eventually pushed back behind schedule. As the engines started, the E190-E2 produced its distinctive whale-like sounds — one of the aircraft’s most recognisable characteristics and something aviation enthusiasts will immediately notice.
We taxied to runway 08L before taking off towards the east. Shortly after departure, the aircraft made a quick left turn and began heading north towards Norway. Once we climbed away from Munich, the clear winter weather provided excellent views and made the journey especially enjoyable from my window seat.
Our route took us through the centre of Germany, passing close to cities including Hanover and Hamburg. From there, we continued west of Denmark before leaving the European mainland behind and crossing the North Sea towards Norway.
The scenery became even more impressive as we approached the Norwegian coast. We began our descent close to Stavanger, passing over the area around the famous Pulpit Rock before continuing north towards Bergen.
As the sun began to set, the landscape below was transformed by warm winter light. Snow-covered mountains, deep fjords and the golden sky created some truly spectacular views during the final part of the flight.
After the stressful delays and missed connections earlier in the journey, this scenic arrival into western Norway was the perfect ending. The quiet E190-E2 cabin, winter sunset and dramatic Norwegian landscape made the flight from Munich to Bergen far more memorable than I had expected.
Final Verdict – Widerøe E190-E2 from Munich to Bergen
This Widerøe E190-E2 review shows why the Embraer E190-E2 is one of my favourite regional jets. The 2-2 seating configuration means there are no middle seats, the cabin feels modern and refined, and the aircraft is impressively quiet once airborne. For a flight of more than two hours, it offers a noticeably more pleasant atmosphere than many Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family aircraft used on similar European routes.
Widerøe also adds a few thoughtful touches. Complimentary coffee and tea are included, while passengers can connect their own device to the onboard entertainment system and choose from a small selection of films and television series. These are relatively simple additions, but they make the experience feel more generous than a completely no-frills regional flight.
The main disappointment was the legroom. The E190-E2 has the potential to feel spacious, but Widerøe’s relatively dense cabin configuration makes the seat pitch tighter than expected. Taller passengers may find the space uncomfortable on longer flights, and this prevents the onboard experience from fully matching the modern and elegant appearance of the aircraft.
The buy-on-board prices are also typically high for air travel, although this is hardly unusual among European airlines. Passengers wanting a proper meal would be better off buying food before boarding, while the complimentary hot drinks are sufficient for those who only want something small during the flight.
Despite these weaknesses, this was a very enjoyable journey. The modern cabin, lack of middle seats, friendly onboard atmosphere and spectacular winter scenery over Germany and western Norway made the flight memorable. Flying past the Stavanger region and arriving over snow-covered mountains and fjords during sunset was a particularly impressive way to return to Norway.
Overall, Widerøe’s E190-E2 is a strong regional product and a major contrast to the Dash 8 aircraft for which the airline is best known. It may not offer generous legroom or an extensive complimentary service, but the aircraft itself remains one of the most comfortable and enjoyable ways to travel on a European regional route.
