Tromsø Airport (TOS) is a small regional airport serving Tromsø and northern Norway, handling under two million passengers annually. It is the primary gateway for travel to Arctic destinations and regional services.
The airport has a single passenger terminal where check‑in, security and gates are in one compact building, making connections and transfers straightforward.
Getting to and From Tromsø Airport #
Getting to and From Tromsø Airport
Tromsø Airport sits approximately 5-10 km from the city centre; typical drive time is 10-20 minutes.
- Rail/Metro: No rail link; short‑haul travel is by bus, coach or taxi.
- Buses: Airport coach services and local buses run frequent services to the city centre with a journey time around 10-20 minutes depending on stops.
- Taxis: Taxis take 10-20 minutes to downtown; fares are higher than bus but quicker door‑to‑door - expect higher fares during late hours or winter conditions.
- Ride‑share/Driving: Ride‑share availability can be limited; driving is straightforward with short distances to the city.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Tromsø Airport #
Tromsø’s terminal offers the essentials for regional and tourist traffic.
- Lounges: Small lounges or airline facilities exist for premium customers.
- Food & drink: Cafés and a selection of local eateries are available landside and airside.
- Wi‑Fi: Complimentary Wi‑Fi is normally available in the terminal.
- Charging: Outlets and charging points are located in waiting areas.
- Accessibility & services: Staff assistance for mobility needs is available; ground transport desks and tourist information are often on site.
Tips for Tromsø Airport #
- The airport is very close to Tromsø city centre - taxis are quick but can be expensive during late hours or winter weather.
- In winter bring warm clothing for any time spent waiting outside - drop‑off and pickup areas are uncovered in places.
- Use the airport coach (Flybussen) or local bus for the best balance of cost and reliability into town.
Weather & Climate near Tromsø Airport #
Tromsø Airport's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with cool summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 15°C. Abundant rainfall (1010 mm/year), wettest in October.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 104 mm | overcast | 96% | 5.2 m/s | 0.0 low | 1.3h |
| February | Poor | -6° - -1° | -10° | 88 mm | overcast | 95% | 5.3 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |
| March | Poor | -4° - 1° | -7° | 68 mm | overcast | 93% | 4.8 m/s | 0.1 low | 11.4h |
| April | Poor | -2° - 3° | -3° | 60 mm | overcast | 92% | 4.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 15.8h |
| May | Poor | 3° - 8° | 2° | 52 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.9 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 21.3h |
| June | Acceptable | 7° - 13° | 8° | 47 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 24.0h |
| July | Good | 9° - 15° | 12° | 67 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 23.1h |
| August | Acceptable | 8° - 15° | 11° | 85 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 17.5h |
| September | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 5° | 97 mm | overcast | 90% | 3.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 13.0h |
| October | Poor | 1° - 5° | -1° | 129 mm | overcast | 95% | 4.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.7h |
| November | Poor | -3° - 1° | -6° | 100 mm | overcast | 96% | 4.5 m/s | 0.0 low | 3.1h |
| December | - | -5° - -1° | -8° | 113 mm | - | 96% | 4.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 0.0h |
