Lycksele Airport serves the city of the same name in southern Swedish Lapland, an important regional hub for connections to other northern communities.
Together with Arvidsjaur, it represents the majority of connections to Vilhelmina.
How to get to Lycksele Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to LYC
Parking near Lycksele Airport
The parking lot is small and located directly in front of the terminal.
Parking rates are standard for the area.
How to get to Lycksele from LYC
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Lycksele Airport
Only a few rental car brands have a desk at arrivals.
A driver's license, passport, and credit card are required; in winter, winter tires are typically already included.
Hotels near Lycksele Airport
Central Lycksele, on the Ume river
About 5 km from the terminal, 20 minutes by taxi; there is no scheduled airport bus dedicated to the few daily flights.
Best for: Those who want the centre and the walk along the Ume river within walking distance, with the airport 20 minutes by taxi.
- The walk along the Ume river and the city centre within walking distance of the hotels
- Ansia's zoo and water park under 2 km away, handy for filling a layover afternoon
- No scheduled airport bus: the taxi must be booked in advance outside flight times
- A small city, few dining alternatives in the evening besides those of the hotels
Recommended hotels
- Hotell Lappland On the bank of the Ume river, in the centre of Lycksele and under 2 km from the zoo and water park; breakfast is the aspect most praised by guests, along with the walking paths along the water. View availability
- Lycksele Inn In the centre, with a shared kitchen and lounge besides the family rooms; a more informal option than a chain hotel. View availability
Ansia, zoo and water park
About 8 minutes by car from the airport and 10 from central Lycksele.
Best for: Families who want a pool, zoo and mini-golf just steps from the accommodation, accepting staying outside the historic centre.
- Ansia's water park one minute by car away, Lycksele's zoo under 3 km away
- A resort designed for families, with mini-golf, a games room and a fishing area on site
- Outside the historic centre: in the evening you stay in the resort rather than strolling in the city
- In summer the water park attracts many families, so it's worth booking in advance
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal, modest in size, is an important regional hub for connections to Swedish Lapland communities.
To be safe, arrive 1.5-2 hours in advance for flights.
Map of Lycksele Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is Lycksele an important regional hub?
Yes, together with Arvidsjaur it accounts for most of the connections to Vilhelmina, another small airport in Swedish Lapland.
Q. Are flights to Lycksele frequent?
Limited, being a regional airport: always check updated schedules before planning your trip.
Q. What is Lycksele Zoo?
It's the northernmost zoo in Sweden, specialising in Nordic and European fauna such as bears, wolves and lynx housed in large semi-natural enclosures: an attraction that explains part of the family tourism to an otherwise little-known town.
Q. Is Lycksele in Swedish Lapland?
Yes, in the southern part of the region.
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