Stavanger Airport, Sola - Flight Information and Guide (SVG)

Stavanger Airport, located at Sola, serves the Norwegian city at the heart of North Sea oil and gas industry, approximately 14 km from the city center.

It is the most convenient access point to Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), one of Norway's most photographed rock formations with views over Lysefjord.

Content verified on 04/09/2026

Official source: www.avinor.no/en/airport/stavanger

How to get to Stavanger Airport, Sola

Stavanger town center is approximately 14 km from the airport: transfer takes approximately 25-40 minutes by bus or taxi.

By Car

Those arriving by car reach the city center of Stavanger in approximately 20-25 minutes.

By Train

The airport is not served by any railway line.

By Bus

The Flybussen bus connects the airport to the city centre in 25-40 minutes depending on traffic, fare approximately 150-200 NOK, with services every 15-20 minutes during the day.

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Tips If your destination is Preikestolen, verify the direct connections available from the airport to Lysebotn/Preikestolen, often more practical than going through the city center.

Average travel time to SVG

TrainNot available

Shuttle bus25-40 minutes (150-200 NOK)

Taxi / Private hire20-25 minutes (750-1,200 NOK)

Parking near Stavanger Airport, Sola

The terminal is flanked by a multi-story parking structure.

Rates are in line with Norwegian standards.

How to get to Stavanger from SVG

By Train

There is no way to reach the airport by train.

By Bus

The Flybussen bus connects the airport to the city center (150-200 NOK, 25-40 minutes).

By Taxi

Taxis charge approximately 750-1,000 NOK during the day (1,000-1,200 NOK at night or peak season) to the center, around 25 minutes.

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Car rental at Stavanger Airport, Sola

The main car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the region and reaching Preikestolen.

Keep your driver's license, passport, and credit card handy.

Hotels near Stavanger Airport, Sola

Sola has no rail link to the centre: the Flybussen takes 20-30 minutes to cover 14 km, with a departure every 20-30 minutes and a one-way ticket costing around 110-150 NOK. Central Stavanger remains the most practical choice for those with a free evening, because the harbour and the historic centre of Gamle Stavanger can be explored on foot from the main hotels. Those who need to catch a very early flight or arrive on the last flight of the evening can instead stay in the Forus area, 10 minutes by car from the terminal.

Airport area

Forus

10 minutes by car from Sola terminal; with no train, you need a car or taxi to get around from here too.

Best for: Early-morning or late-evening flights, and those working in the oil-industry businesses concentrated in the Forus business park.

Pros

Less traffic to get through than for those leaving from central Stavanger
An area geared towards business trips, with easier parking than downtown

Cons

An area of offices and warehouses, with no nightlife and no restaurants beyond those in the hotels
For the historic centre of Stavanger you still need a car or taxi, about 15-20 minutes

Recommended hotels

Scandic Stavanger Forus In the Forus business park, about 10 minutes by car from both Sola terminal and central Stavanger; geared more towards business trips than tourism. View availability

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City centre

Central Stavanger

15-20 minutes by car from Sola terminal; the Flybussen stops at several points in the centre, with departures every 20-30 minutes.

Best for: Those who want the harbour, Gamle Stavanger and the downtown restaurants within walking distance of the hotel.

Pros

Gamle Stavanger and the harbour within walking distance of the main hotels
The Flybussen stop for the airport is right outside some hotels, with no need to move around

Cons

Narrow lanes and pedestrian zones make parking tricky for those arriving by car
On weekends the centre, especially near the harbour, stays noisy until late

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Airport services

The airport serves Stavanger, the heart of Norway's oil industry, providing access to Preikestolen and Lysefjord.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area carries Norwegian salmon, wool sweaters, and Scandinavian design products.

Lounges & relaxation

Some business lounges cater to business-class passengers, reflecting strong traffic from the energy sector.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

The entire terminal area is covered by complimentary Wi-Fi.

Families & Children

Kids play areas are available alongside family assistance services.

Terminal guide

The terminal is appropriately sized for heavy business traffic related to North Sea energy industry.

The recommended time before departure for flights is 2.5 hours.

Map of Stavanger Airport, Sola

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is Preikestolen?

A spectacular rock formation that rises sheer for over 600 metres above the Lysefjord, reached via a hike of a few hours, among the most iconic images of Norway.

Q. Why is Stavanger linked to the oil industry?

It is the main administrative and logistics centre for Norwegian oil and gas extraction in the North Sea, with heavy business traffic to the offshore platforms.

Q. Is the taxi or the Flybussen better in Stavanger?

The Flybussen (120-225 NOK depending on whether bought online or on board) is markedly cheaper than the taxi (roughly 500-800 NOK), although the latter offers a direct transfer.

Q. Does Stavanger Sola have direct international connections beyond oil-related routes?

Yes, besides charter and business traffic for the offshore sector there are direct connections to several European cities, not only to Oslo for those needing to continue on a long-haul flight.