Linköping City Airport
Airport guide 2026

Linköping City Airport LPI

Sweden

Linköping City Airport serves the homonymous university and technology city in central-southern Sweden.

Commercial traffic today is limited to a single direct connection with Amsterdam operated by KLM, up to three flights daily: no direct domestic connections are active.

Content verified on 04/09/2026
Official source: www.linkopingsflygplats.se

How to get to Linköping City Airport

The center of Linköping is a few kilometres from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 15-20 minutes by taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the center of Linköping in approximately 15-20 minutes.

By Train

There is no direct rail connection to the airport, although Linköping is an important national railway hub from the city station.

By Bus

Some urban bus lines connect the airport to the city centre.
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Tips The only active direct connection is with Amsterdam (KLM): if you're heading elsewhere in Sweden, verify connections through this hub or consider Norrköping or Skavsta airports as alternatives.

Average travel time to LPI

TrainNot available
Shuttle busService available
Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes (affordable fares)

Parking near Linköping City Airport

The parking lot in front of the terminal is of reduced size.

Rates follow the usual standards for the region.

How to get to Linköping from LPI

By Train

There is no direct train to the airport: a transfer is necessary.

By Bus

Several bus routes connect the airport to downtown.

By Taxi

Getting to the city center by taxi costs relatively little, but it is still advisable to confirm the fare in advance.

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Car rental at Linköping City Airport

Only some car rental brands have a counter on arrival.

For those arriving from the EU, a national license is sufficient, along with a passport and credit card.

 

Hotels near Linköping City Airport

Linköping Saab Airport is about 2 km from the city centre, 4-5 minutes by car or taxi: one of the shortest transfers in all of Sweden, to the point that the distinction between "airport area" and "centre" doesn't really exist here. There is no public bus dedicated to flights, but the short distance makes the taxi a minimal expense compared with airports like Skavsta or Västerås.
City centre

Central Linköping

About 2 km from the terminal, 4-5 minutes by car or taxi; there is no public bus dedicated to flights, but city bus lines pass a short distance away.

Best for: Those who want the Cathedral and Stora Torget within walking distance, with the airport a few minutes away by taxi.

Pros
  • Among the shortest transfers in all of Sweden: a few minutes are enough to reach any hotel in the centre
  • Cathedral, Stora Torget and the Stångån river within walking distance of all the listed hotels
Cons
  • No direct public bus from the terminal: outside waiting-taxi hours you need to call one
  • A quiet university town: nightlife is limited compared with Stockholm or Gothenburg
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Airport services

The airport serves Linköping with a single direct connection to Amsterdam operated by KLM.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area is compact in scale.

Lounges & relaxation

No dedicated VIP lounges are present, in line with this airport's size.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The entire terminal is covered by a free Wi-Fi network.

Families & Children

Families with children can count on a minimal but present service.

Terminal guide

The terminal, of modest size, currently handles only the direct connection to Amsterdam.

It is good practice to arrive with 2 hours margin for flights.

Map of Linköping City Airport

Map of Linköping City Airport

Frequently asked questions

Q. Are there domestic flights from Linköping?

No, the only active direct connection is to Amsterdam (KLM, up to 3 flights a day): check connections via this hub for other destinations.

Q. Is Linköping a university city?

Yes, an important university and technology centre in south-central Sweden.

Q. How far is central Linköping from the airport?

About 3-3.5 km, an 8-10 minute taxi ride.

Q. What are the alternatives if I can't find a flight to Linköping?

The airports of Norrköping or Stockholm Skavsta, both in the same region, may offer more connection options.

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