Kalmar, Sweden
Kalmar: airports, things to do and where to stay
Kalmar is a coastal city in south-east Sweden, facing the island of Öland across the strait. Its Renaissance castle and cathedral recall its past as a border town.
Kalmar airports
From the airport to central Kalmar
Kalmar Öland Airport airport is about 5 km from central Kalmar.
Kalmar länstrafik
Regional and city buses of the Kalmar länstrafik network can link the airport with the city. Check the operator's timetable.
Taxi
Taxis are available at the airport. At small airports it is best to book ahead, especially for very early or very late flights.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Kalmar?
Kalmar is served by Kalmar Öland Airport (KLR).
How far is the airport from central Kalmar?
Kalmar Öland Airport airport is about 5 km from central Kalmar.
How do I get from the airport to central Kalmar?
From Kalmar Öland Airport airport you can take Kalmar länstrafik (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Kalmar?
Highlights of Kalmar include Kalmar slott, Kalmar domkyrka, Ölandsbron, and Kalmar läns museum.
Photo credits
- Kalmar slott: Pudelek, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Kalmar domkyrka: Bysmon, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ölandsbron: User Proton sv on sv.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Kalmar läns museum: Jopparn, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons