Flights to Svalbard
Book your flight to Longyearbyen/Svalbard with SAS
SAS flies to Longyearbyen/Svalbard in Norway from/via Oslo, Copenhagen or Stockholm.
We fly from all our destinations in Europe, the US (Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.), Canada (Toronto), and Asia (Bangkok, Seoul and Tokyo).
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The general rule of thumb is the earlier you book your flight to Longyearbyen/Svalbard, the cheaper flight tickets you'll find. You'll always find our lowest fares in SAS' low-fare calendar, where you get an overview of the ticket prices per month. Don't forget to keep an eye out for SAS' campaigns and offers, do this best by becoming a EuroBonus member and subscribing to our newsletter.
Discounted tickets for kids
Experience Longyearbyen/Svalbard with the kids. SAS offers up to 90% discounts on children’s tickets to make it more affordable to bring your kids on your trip to Norway.
Short about Longyearbyen/Svalbard
Airport: Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Currency: Norwegian Krone
Time zone: CET: UTC+1/ CEST: UTC+2
Official language: Norwegian
Temperature in Longyearbyen/Svalbard
January
-4 °C
February
-6 °C
March
-6 °C
April
-4 °C
Board a flight to Longyearbyen/Svalbard and enjoy the Northern Lights or Midnight Sun
The Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard is found in the waters between Norway and the North Pole which makes it one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas. Home to rugged and remote terrain, giant glaciers, and enough flora and fauna to keep you entertained for a month, Svalbard is an outdoor enthusiasts dream.
When you’re not searching for polar bears on a frozen tundra or spotting Arctic foxes and reindeer in the wild, you’ll likely be searching for the Northern Lights or soaking up evening activities under the midnight sun.
The list of things to do in Svalbard year-round is endless, and there’s a little something for everyone.
Tips for a smooth trip to Longyearbyen/Svalbard
Plan ahead and be on time
For a smooth and stress-free trip to Longyearbyen/Svalbard, make sure you check your departure time and the terminal you’ll be using before you travel. With SAS, you can complete your digital check-in on our website or in the SAS App up to 30 hours before departure, helping you save time at the airport. Arriving early — especially during peak travel periods — gives you a more relaxed start to your journey and ensures you’re fully prepared for your flight to Longyearbyen/Svalbard.
Pack smart
When planning your trip to Longyearbyen/Svalbard, take a moment to review what you’ll need throughout your journey. Confirm that your ticket includes the baggage allowance that suits your travel plans and check the current weight and size limits. Adding extra baggage through the SAS App or website before you fly is often quicker and more cost-effective than arranging it at the airport. For a smooth start to your travel to Longyearbyen/Svalbard, review our latest baggage rules and restrictions so you’re ready well before departure.
Stay updated
Stay informed about any updates to your flight to Longyearbyen/Svalbard by following your flight in real time. Gate changes, schedule adjustments, and important notifications are available through SAS Flight Status or directly in the SAS App. By keeping track of the latest information, you can enjoy a smoother, more predictable travel experience from the moment you leave home until you arrive at Longyearbyen/Svalbard.
Always included in your trip to Longyearbyen/Svalbard
At SAS, we strive to ensure our customers have a relaxed and comfortable journey. Regardless of which ticket type you carry, you’ll always enjoy certain SAS customer benefits.
Always included in your flight is easy online check-in, coffee and tea onboard, up to 90% price reduction for children and use of the SAS App.
SAS Economy
Carry-on - Light: Not included (except on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US, 1x8kg included). Standard: 1x8kg included
Checked bag - Light: Not included. Standard: 1x23kg included.
Food & beverages - Included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US.
SAS Premium
Carry-on - 1x8kg included on domestic flights, 2x8kg included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US
Checked bag - 2x23kg included
Fast track
SAS Lounge - included on domestic flights
Priority boarding
Food & beverages
SAS Business
Carry-on - 1x8kg included on flights within Europe, 2x8kg included on long-haul distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US
Checked bag - 2x32kg included
Fast track
SAS Lounge
Priority boarding
Food & beverages
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FAQ
Why Longyearbyen/Svalbard?
Svalbard is an icy paradise home to ice-covered fjords, soaring mountains, and rare wildlife including polar bears. If you’ve ever dreamt of an Arctic adventure that sees you soaking up the very best of Scandinavian wilderness, then you were likely dreaming of a holiday on the Svalbard archipelago.
Fly SAS to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Fly with SAS to Svalbard Airport, and you’ll be ready and raring to begin your holiday feeling relaxed and well rested.
This polar-paradise is – while quite remote – surprisingly cosmopolitan. Enjoy the extraordinary design in the city and experience world-class gastronomy in this winter landscape.
Bet you didn't know this about Svalbard
APRIL 2022
Halfway between Norway and the North Pole is the myth enshrouded island group, Svalbard. You're bound to know that the largest island is Spitsbergen but did you know that you actually cannot be buried there?
The island is populated by many polar bears. Scientists at Norwegian Polar Institute have carried out a counting of polar bears in the Norwegian region. The result show that there are among 3 500 polar bears, whereas they estimated a number of 685 in 2004.
All these polar bears mean that Svalbard islanders travelling outside the settlements should be equipped with appropriate means of frightening and chasing off polar bears. Sysselmannen recommends to carry firearms outside the settlements. The firing of rifles or other firearms in Longyearbyen and nearby area is prohibited.
Photo: Unsplash
There are a number of different nationalities amongst the inhabitants of Longyearbyen, many of them from Thailand, Russia and Sweden.
As the eco system is so isolated, cats are banned to protect the rich bird life on the island.
On the other hand, aquarium fish, rabbits and hamsters are OK, but dogs require a special permit.
Corpses don’t decompose in the frozen soil, so you cannot be buried in Svalbard. But you can bury an urn at the cemetery. This according to Lovdata.no
There is a small hospital in Svalbard, but pregnant women near the due date normally travel to the mainland. But there have been a few deliveries on the island.
Restaurant Huset in Longyearbyen is considered to have one of the finest wine cellars in Scandinavia with over 15 000 bottles.
The darkness is pretty compact in Svalbard in the winter months – each year the sun sets on 26. October and does not officially reappear until 19. February, according to the popular Norwegian provider of weather data, Yr.no.
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