Gällivare Airport
Airport Airport
Gällivare Airport is a small regional airport in northern Sweden serving Gällivare municipality. It operates from a single terminal and handles regional and domestic flights, often serving nearby mining and tourism areas.
Terminal Guide for Gällivare Airport #
The airport uses one compact terminal building with check‑in, security and a small departure lounge. The terminal is straightforward and easy to navigate, with short walking distances between arrival and departure facilities.
Getting to and From Gällivare Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Gällivare town; onward travel is typically by taxi, private car or occasional regional bus links.
- Taxi / private car: Taxis and private transfers are the most direct option to the town and nearby hotels.
- Bus: Regional bus services may provide connections on set schedules-check local timetables.
- Car rental: Rental cars are a common choice for visitors; availability in town is usually better than at the airport.
- Driving: The airport is accessible by road and usually a short drive to the town center.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gällivare Airport #
Facilities are modest: a café or kiosk, restrooms and seating. Retail and lounge options are limited compared with larger airports.
- Lounges: Not typically available at small regional airports.
- Food and drink: Small café or vending options, usually landside.
- Wi‑Fi / charging: Wi‑Fi availability varies; expect limited charging outlets.
- Accessibility: Assistance for passengers with reduced mobility can normally be arranged; luggage storage is generally not provided.
Weather & Climate near Gällivare Airport #
Gällivare Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -17°C to 19°C. Moderate rainfall (526 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -17°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -17°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -12°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. The driest month with just 24 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 82 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is freezing with highs of 3°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -16°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
