Convert Swiss Franc to Norwegian Krone
CHF to NOK Exchange Rate Calculator
1 Swiss Franc (CHF) = 11.8191 Norwegian Krone (NOK) at the live mid-market rate. That means $100 CHF converts to roughly 1,181.91 NOK, and $1,000 CHF converts to about 11,819.10 NOK. The CHF/NOK rate refreshes every hour from Frankfurter, which sources data from the European Central Bank reference set. Enter any amount below to convert instantly — free, no sign-up.
90-day CHF/NOK context
Over the past 90 days, CHF/NOK has traded between 11.7086 and 12.3829. The current rate of 11.8191 sits roughly 16% through that range — near the lower end, meaning Norwegian Krone has been stronger than typical against Swiss Franc recently. Versus the rate 90 days ago, Swiss Franc has weakened by 4.31% against Norwegian Krone.
CHF/NOK Price History
Interactive CHF/NOK exchange rate chart with 7-day, 30-day, and 90-day views.
About Swiss Franc (CHF)
The Swiss Franc (CHF) is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Backed by Switzerland's political neutrality, current-account surplus, and AAA-rated government debt, it is the textbook safe-haven currency — the first destination for capital during crises.
- •Switzerland runs one of the world's largest current-account surpluses relative to GDP
- •Swiss National Bank (SNB) held the EUR/CHF floor at 1.20 from 2011 until abandoning it on 15 January 2015
- •SNB balance sheet assets exceeded 110% of Swiss GDP at peak — the largest relative to GDP of any G10 central bank
- •Swiss gold reserves rank among the highest per capita globally
- •Switzerland's referendum system means monetary policy can be constrained by public votes
About Norwegian Krone (NOK)
The Norwegian Krone (NOK) is the official currency of Norway, issued by Norges Bank. It is the petrocurrency of Europe — Norway is Western Europe's largest oil and gas producer, and NOK movements closely track Brent crude prices alongside Norges Bank rate policy.
- •Norway is the largest natural gas supplier to the European Union
- •Norway's sovereign wealth fund (GPFG) exceeds $1.7 trillion — the world's largest
- •Norges Bank runs an inflation target of 2%
- •NOK is Europe's most oil-sensitive currency
- •Norway remains outside the EU and Eurozone
Frequently Asked Questions
How does European economic data affect CHF/NOK?
Both Scandinavian and G10 European currencies are tightly linked to Eurozone economic conditions through trade flows and financial correlations. Eurozone CPI, ECB decisions, and German manufacturing data all move CHF/NOK.
What is a typical daily range for CHF/NOK?
Daily ranges vary with volatility regimes. Majors like EUR/USD typically move 0.5–1.2% on quiet days and 2–3% on data-release days. Check the 30-day chart above for a sense of the current range.
What economic events move CHF/NOK the most?
The biggest scheduled catalysts are SNB rate decisions and Swiss sight-deposit data and Norges Bank decisions and Brent crude movements. Geopolitical headlines and global risk sentiment also produce meaningful moves, especially when one currency is a safe-haven and the other is risk-sensitive.
Is it cheaper to convert CHF to NOK at a bank or online?
Online money-transfer services (Wise, Revolut, Remitly, InstaRem) typically offer rates much closer to the mid-market CHF/NOK than traditional banks. Always compare the total delivered amount, not just the advertised "fee" — many providers embed their margin in the exchange rate itself.
Does the CHF/NOK rate change on weekends?
The interbank forex market closes from Friday 21:00 UTC until Sunday 21:00 UTC, so mid-market CHF/NOK rates don't update during that window. Retail broker spreads often widen at Sunday open as Asian desks reopen, so the first few hours of the new week can carry wider execution costs.
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