Umeå Airport
Airport Airport
Umeå Airport (UME) is a regional airport with a single passenger terminal serving domestic and short regional routes. Passenger traffic is small compared with Sweden’s major hubs - broadly in the low hundreds of thousands per year - and the airport primarily handles scheduled flights to Stockholm and other Swedish cities.
Terminal Guide for Umeå Airport #
The airport has a single compact terminal building serving arrivals and departures for both scheduled and charter flights. Facilities (check-in, security and gates) are arranged close together; most airlines operate from the same building and gate assignments are usually short walks from check-in.
Getting to and From Umeå Airport #
The airport is close to Umeå city centre; typical surface travel time is around 10-20 minutes by car depending on traffic.
- Bus: Local buses connect the airport with the city; services are frequent and economical (buy tickets from the driver or machines).
- Taxi: Taxis and private transfers are available outside the terminal; journey to the centre is typically under 20 minutes.
- Driving: Short drive from the city (a few kilometres); parking is available on-site.
- Car hire: Major car-rental desks operate landside in the terminal.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Umeå Airport #
The terminal offers basic passenger services suitable for short-haul regional travel.
- Lounges: No large airline lounges - check with your carrier for any access.
- Food & drink: A small café/restaurant is available landside and airside with limited opening hours.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi and charging points are provided in the terminal.
- Luggage & services: Car rental desks, parking and basic passenger assistance are available; dedicated left‑luggage facilities are not typical at small regional terminals.
- Accessibility: Step‑free access and assistance on request - contact the airport or your airline in advance.
Hotels and Layovers at Umeå Airport #
No on-site airport hotel. Most overnight options are in Umeå city centre, a 10-20 minute drive from the terminal. For a late arrival or early departure, book a city hotel with free airport parking or an included transfer. Day rooms are generally available at downtown hotels rather than at the airport itself.
Tips for Umeå Airport #
- Ticketed passengers to Stockholm: many daily flights are short hops - baggage is often handled strictly on low-cost services, so check allowance before you fly.
- Small terminal, quick walks: security and gates are close together; allow extra time in winter for check-in and de-icing delays.
- Local transport: buy local bus tickets from the driver or vending machines in the landside area - cash/Swedish cards accepted.
Weather & Climate near Umeå Airport #
Umeå Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -12°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (629 mm/year).
January
January is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C. The wettest month with 73 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -2°C and lows of -9°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.