Svolværgeita
A two-horned rock formation above the town, a classic climb; the boldest climbers jump between the two horns.
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Airport · Svolvær, Norway
Svolvær Helle SVJ
4 km from central Svolvær. Live flights, getting to town, car rental and where to stay.
- to the centre
- 4 km
- terminals
- 1
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- IATA · ICAO
- SVJ · ENSH
About the airport
Svolvær Airport, Helle is on the island of Austvågøya, in Lofoten, a few kilometres from the town of Svolvær. It is a small regional airport, connected mainly to Bodø by Widerøe.
Terminals
A single small terminal with arrivals and departures in the same building, and simple check-in and security.
Services
Facilities are basic: a small café or kiosk and free wifi. Car rental is usually available but should be booked in advance, and opening hours generally follow the flight schedule.
Getting to the city
Regionbuss
Regional bus services run in the area, but they are infrequent and not always timed with flights; check the timetable in advance.
Taxi
Taxis usually meet arriving flights, but it is best to book ahead. The ride to Svolvær is short.
Airport map
Terminal
A single small terminal with arrivals and departures in the same building, and simple check-in and security.
Svolvær
Things to do in Svolvær
Svolvær, on the island of Austvågøya, is the largest town in the Lofoten, with a lively harbour, red fishermen's cabins and the Svolværgeita rock above the town.
Frequently asked questions
How far is the airport from central Svolvær?
Svolvær Helle airport is about 4 km from central Svolvær.
How do I get from the airport to central Svolvær?
From Svolvær Helle airport you can take Regionbuss (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
How many terminals does Svolvær Helle airport have?
Svolvær Helle has one terminal: Terminal.
Landing in Svolvær?
Book your car and your stay before you arrive: more choice and better prices.
Photo credits
- The terminal building from outside: Algkalv (talk), CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- The control tower: Fanny Schertzer, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- The control tower: Kjetil Eggen, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Svolværgeita: David Torras from Igualada, Catalunya, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Svinøya: Christoph Strässler, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Vågan Church (Lofoten Cathedral): Rünno, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons
- Trollfjord: Patrice78500, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons