Arvidsjaur Airport serves the homonymous city in Swedish Lapland, world-renowned as one of the principal centres for winter vehicle testing, thanks to consistently harsh temperatures.
Regular connections with Stockholm-Arlanda, plus seasonal charter flights to Europe (Condor, Eurowings) linked to winter tourism.
How to get to Arvidsjaur Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to AJR
Parking near Arvidsjaur Airport
In front of the terminal there is a small parking lot available for passengers.
Rates reflect the typical standards of the region.
How to get to Arvidsjaur from AJR
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Arvidsjaur Airport
Only a few car rental operators have a counter at arrival.
Bring license, passport, and credit card. In winter, experience driving on snow and ice is required, especially outside test areas.
Hotels near Arvidsjaur Airport
Central Arvidsjaur and Lappstaden
5-10 km from the terminal depending on the property chosen, about 10 minutes by taxi (shareable for about 140 SEK per person); there is no scheduled airport bus.
Best for: Those who want the Sami village of Lappstaden and the station within walking distance, with the airport 10 minutes by taxi.
- Lappstaden, the Sami church village with its wooden huts, within walking distance of most hotels
- A railway station about 1 km from the centre, handy for those combining train and plane
- No scheduled airport bus: outside the hours of the few daily flights a taxi must be booked
- A small town, with few dining alternatives outside the hotels in the evening
Recommended hotels
- Lapland Lodge On Östra Kyrkogatan, 8 minutes on foot from Lappstaden; among the best-rated accommodations in the area, with breakfast noted as a strong point. View availability
- Laponia Hotell & Konferens On Storgatan, about 1 km from the station and from Lappstaden, overlooking a small lake; indoor pool, sauna and gym free for guests. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal, modestly sized, handles regular connections to Stockholm-Arlanda plus seasonal European charters linked to winter tourism.
Those traveling with these flights should plan for a 2-hour advance.
Map of Arvidsjaur Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Arvidsjaur famous worldwide?
It's one of the world's main centres for winter vehicle testing, thanks to consistently harsh temperatures, used by numerous car manufacturers.
Q. Are there European charter flights to Arvidsjaur?
Yes, seasonal charter flights (Condor, Eurowings) linked to winter tourism, in addition to regular connections with Stockholm-Arlanda.
Q. Is Arvidsjaur connected to other small airports in Lapland?
Yes, with Hemavan, Lycksele and Vilhelmina, operated by PopulAir.
Q. What is Lappstaden in Arvidsjaur?
It's an ancient Sami village made up of dozens of small wooden huts, once used by Sami families as a base during religious services and seasonal markets: today it's one of the best-preserved historic Sami sites in Swedish Lapland, visitable just minutes from the airport.
Flight board
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