Stord Airport, located at Sørstokken, serves Stord island, an important industrial and shipbuilding center in western Norway, about 18 minutes from Leirvik, the main population center.
The island hosts some of the country's largest shipyards and offshore facilities.
How to get to Stord Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to SRP
Parking near Stord Airport
A small parking area is located opposite the terminal building.
Rates are in line with Norwegian standards.
How to get to Leirvik from SRP
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Stord Airport
Desks for major car-rental companies are in the arrivals area.
Keep your driving license, passport, and credit card handy.
Hotels near Stord Airport
Leirvik
About 13 km and 15-20 minutes by car or taxi from Sørstokken airport; no direct bus.
Best for: Those who want to stay in the centre, close to the ferry port for Bergen and the island's few restaurants.
- Hotels a few minutes on foot from the fast ferry terminal for Bergen and the bus station
- An area with restaurants, bars, a cinema and an indoor pool, unusual for such a small centre
- No hotel near the runway: 15-20 minutes of transfer are unavoidable regardless
- Prices higher than the area average, linked to demand from the energy sector
Recommended hotels
- Stord Hotel About 700 metres from the fast ferry terminal and the bus station in Leirvik; the Vikjo Bad wellness centre with sauna and pool, unusual for a hotel this size. View availability
- Almaas Hotell Stord In the centre of Leirvik, a short walk from the cinema, pool and hiking trails; free evening buffet included in addition to breakfast. View availability
- Gamle Fengselet Kulturhotell Stord's former prison turned into a cultural hotel, with rooms in the renovated cells and breakfast served in the building's basement; it also hosts concerts and exhibitions. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is compact, with traffic predominantly tied to local maritime and offshore industry.
Before flights it's wise to check in 1.5–2 hours early.
Map of Stord Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Stord industrially important?
The island is home to some of Norway's largest shipyards and offshore industry facilities, with airport traffic mainly linked to business travellers from these sectors.
Q. Is it worth renting a car to get around Stord island?
Yes, especially for those heading to the shipyards and offshore facilities scattered across the island: buses cover the link to Leirvik well but are less frequent to the peripheral industrial areas.
Q. Are there several bus options for Stord?
Yes, different lines serve the airport with slightly different fares and journey times: check which one best matches your arrival time.
Q. Does Stord have heavy tourist traffic?
No, traffic is mainly linked to the shipbuilding and offshore industries rather than to tourism.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights