There is no major international airport in Lofoten, but there are several ways to reach the islands by connecting flights.
1. Fly to Leknes (LKN) or Svolvær (SVJ) – Closest to Lofoten
The two airports in Lofoten are Leknes (LKN) and Svolvær (SVJ). To reach them, you usually need to transfer in Bodø (BOO).
- Airline: Widerøe
- Routes:
- Oslo (OSL) → Bodø (BOO) → Leknes (LKN) or Svolvær (SVJ)
- Tromsø (TOS) → Bodø (BOO) → Leknes (LKN) or Svolvær (SVJ)
2. Fly to Harstad/Narvik Evenes (EVE) – A Larger Airport Near Lofoten
Another good option is flying to Harstad/Narvik (EVE), about 3–5 hours by car from Lofoten.
- Airlines: SAS, Norwegian, Widerøe
- Routes:
- Direct flights from Oslo (OSL), Bergen (BGO), Trondheim (TRD)
- Transport from Evenes:
- Rent a car (recommended for exploring Lofoten)
- Bus to Svolvær or Leknes
Distances from Evenes Airport to popular locations in Lofoten:
- Svolvær – approx. 165 km, 2 hours 30 minutes by car
- Leknes – approx. 233 km, 3 hours 45 minutes by car
- Reine – approx. 285 km, 4 hours 50 minutes by car
3. Fly to Bodø (BOO) and Take a Ferry or Short Flight
Bodø is a key hub for reaching Lofoten.
- Airlines: SAS, Norwegian, Widerøe
- Routes:
- Direct flights from Oslo (OSL), Tromsø (TOS), Trondheim (TRD), Bergen (BGO)
- Further transport from Bodø:
- Widerøe flights to Leknes (LKN) or Svolvær (SVJ)
- Ferry to Moskenes (takes about 3–4 hours)
Ferry from Bodø:
- Arrives in: Moskenes, in western Lofoten near Reine
- Best option if you want to explore the southern parts of Lofoten first
Which Option is Best?
- Fastest way: Fly via Bodø to Leknes or Svolvær.
- Budget-friendly option: Fly to Evenes and take a bus or rent a car.
- Flexible & scenic route: Fly to Bodø and take the ferry to Lofoten.
