Akureyrarkirkja
A Lutheran church on a hill, visible from across town, reached by a long flight of steps.
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Akureyri: airports, things to do and where to stay
Akureyri, the "capital of the north", is Iceland's largest town outside the Reykjavik area. It sits at the head of the Eyjafjörður fjord, among mountains, and is a good base for exploring the north.
Akureyri airports
From the airport to central Akureyri
Akureyri Airport airport is about 3 km from central Akureyri.
Autobús urbano
City buses stop near the airport and run to the centre of Akureyri. Check the timetable before you travel.
Taxi
Taxis reach the town centre in a few minutes, as the airport is only a few kilometres away.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Akureyri?
Akureyri is served by Akureyri Airport (AEY).
How far is the airport from central Akureyri?
Akureyri Airport airport is about 3 km from central Akureyri.
How do I get from the airport to central Akureyri?
From Akureyri Airport airport you can take Autobús urbano (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Akureyri?
Highlights of Akureyri include Akureyrarkirkja, Lystigarðurinn, Hof, and Goðafoss.
Photo credits
- Akureyrarkirkja: Олександр 75, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lystigarðurinn: Spike, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hof: Mario Falcetti, CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Goðafoss: Martin Falbisoner, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons