Åre Östersund Airport (OSD) serves the Östersund/Åre region in central Sweden and acts as a gateway for winter tourism; passenger volumes are seasonal, peaking in the ski season. The airport is a single‑terminal regional facility with scheduled domestic flights and seasonal international services that support the nearby ski resorts.
Terminal Guide for Åre Östersund Airport #
The airport has a single passenger terminal housing check‑in, security and gates in a compact layout. The facility is designed for regional and seasonal traffic with short walking distances between landside and airside areas and limited but functional passenger amenities.
Getting to and From Åre Östersund Airport #
Östersund town centre is about 10-15 km from the airport (roughly a 15-25 minute drive); Åre is further away (approximately 80-100 km). Options include scheduled buses and seasonal shuttle coaches to Åre and surrounding resorts, taxis and rental cars. Winter travel times can be significantly longer during heavy snow.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Åre Östersund Airport #
Facilities are modest: cafés and vending machines, tourist information in the arrivals area, free or limited‑time Wi‑Fi and charging outlets. Accessibility services are available on request. During peak ski season there are extra transport options and tourism desks to help with onward connections.
Tips for Åre Östersund Airport #
- If travelling to Åre ski area, check seasonal coach services from the airport - there are dedicated transfers in winter.
- For Östersund town centre, a scheduled airport bus and taxis are the easiest options; confirm schedules in advance outside peak season.
- Be prepared for winter conditions; the airport and roads are well maintained but weather can delay flights and ground transfers.
Weather & Climate near Åre Östersund Airport #
Åre Östersund Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 18°C. Moderate rainfall (511 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -11° - -4° | -12° | 28 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 5.4h |
| February | Poor | -10° - -3° | -11° | 21 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.4h |
| March | Poor | -6° - 1° | -7° | 22 mm | overcast | 96% | 2.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 11.5h |
| April | Poor | -3° - 5° | -2° | 30 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.7 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 14.7h |
| May | Acceptable | 3° - 12° | 6° | 36 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.8 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 17.8h |
| June | Good | 7° - 17° | 12° | 65 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 19.8h |
| July | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 83 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 18.8h |
| August | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 60 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.4 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 15.9h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 11° | 6° | 57 mm | overcast | 89% | 2.7 m/s | 0.3 low | 12.8h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 6° | 1° | 42 mm | overcast | 94% | 2.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.6h |
| November | Poor | -4° - 0° | -5° | 35 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.4h |
| December | Poor | -8° - -2° | -9° | 32 mm | overcast | 99% | 2.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 4.2h |
