Non-stop flights to Kirkenes (KKN)
Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen is a small airport in Norway. It is an international airport. In total there are 6 airports around the world that have direct flights to Kirkenes in 2 countries. Currently, there are 5 domestic flights to Kirkenes.
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All direct flights to Kirkenes Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Kirkenes Best time to visit Kirkenes International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 254 flights arriving at Kirkenes Airport, which are 56 flights per week or 8 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Kirkenes are routes from Tromsø (TOS) in Norway and Oslo (OSL), also in Norway. These two routes together are operated 135 times this month, and make up for 53% of all monthly arrivals at Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen.
The longest flight to Kirkenes KKN is departing from Oslo (OSL). This non-stop flight takes around 2 hours and 10 minutes and covers a distance of 850 miles (1,368 km).
List of all direct flights to Kirkenes
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Kirkenes, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Kirkenes.
Airlines flying to Kirkenes
Currently, there are 4 airlines that fly to Kirkenes. Most flights to Kirkenes are operated by Widerøe, as they connect 4 airports to KKN. That’s around 4 times as much as Finnair, the second biggest airline in terms of operated flight routes to Kirkenes. Below you can find the list of airlines that operate all KKN flights:
What is the best time to visit Kirkenes?
🌲 ❄️ Subarctic / Alpine
The Subarctic region surrounding Kirkenes is famous for its natural landscapes, rich wildlife, and spectacular sights such as the Northern Lights and the midnight sun. Winters here are long, harsh, and extremely cold, typically lasting between 6 to 8 months, with temperatures often dropping below -20°C (-4°F). Summers on the other hand are short but pleasant, lasting only 1 to 3 months, with temperatures reaching a comfortable 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F) and lots of daylight.
The best time to visit is during the long, sunny winter months from November to March, perfect for enjoying a variety of winter sports in the higher elevations. For a trip outside winter, mid-summer (May to August) offers mild, and pleasantly warm weather.
International flights to Kirkenes
Flights from Finland to Kirkenes
Ivalo is the only city in Finland with direct flights to Kirkenes. From Ivalo, direct flights are offered by Finnair (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in October.
All flights from Finland
Domestic flights to Kirkenes
Flights from Norway to Kirkenes
There are 5 airports in Norway that have non-stop domestic flights to Kirkenes.
From Alta, direct flights are offered by Widerøe.
From Oslo, you can fly non-stop with Norwegian or SAS (SkyTeam).
From Tromsø, Vadsø and Vardø, all direct flights to Kirkenes are operated by Widerøe.
All flights from Norway
Alternative airports near Kirkenes
Flying to an alternative airport near Kirkenes could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Kirkenes (KKN) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Vadsø (VDS) and Vardø (VAW).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Kirkenes?
There are 2 airports in Kirkenes: Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen (KKN) and Vadsø Airport (VDS).
What is the best airport to fly into Kirkenes?
You have multiple options when flying into Kirkenes. Although Kirkenes (KKN) is a convenient airport to reach the city, the biggest airport near to Kirkenes is Vadsø (VDS), Vadsø Airport, which offers you additional options.
How many airlines fly to Kirkenes?
There are 4 airlines flying to Kirkenes from 6 airports around the world, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Kirkenes?
Widerøe, Finnair and Norwegian operate most flights to Kirkenes. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying to Kirkenes?
Oneworld and SkyTeam are currently the only two alliances that operate flights to Kirkenes.
How many nonstop flights are there to Kirkenes?
There are roughly 254 flights arriving at Kirkenes every month (or 56 flights each week), from a total of 6 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Kirkenes Airport?
The official name of Kirkenes Airport is Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen.
What is the airport code of Kirkenes Airport?
The airport code of Kirkenes Airport is KKN.
What are the most popular flights to Kirkenes?
Tromsø, Oslo and Vadsø are the 3 most popular routes to Kirkenes. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Kirkenes, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight to Kirkenes?
| Tromsø to Kirkenes | 1h 15m |
| Oslo to Kirkenes | 2h 10m |
| Vadsø to Kirkenes | 15m |
| Ivalo to Kirkenes | 30m |
| Vardø to Kirkenes | 25m |
