What is the cheapest way to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri?

The cheapest way to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri is to fly and bus which costs $480 - $950 and takes 18h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri?

The fastest way to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri is to fly and bus which takes 18h 22m and costs $480 - $950.

How far is it from Longyearbyen to Akureyri?

The distance between Longyearbyen and Akureyri is 2488 km.

How long does it take to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri?

It takes approximately 18h 22m to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Longyearbyen and Akureyri?

Akureyri is 2h behind Longyearbyen. It is currently 4:53 AM in Longyearbyen and 2:53 AM in Akureyri.

Where can I stay near Akureyri?

There are 143+ hotels available in Akureyri.

Longyearbyen to Akureyri - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Longyearbyen to Akureyri by plane or bus

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Fly to Keflavík International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Keflavík International Airport (KEF)plane LYR - KEF
2. Take the bus from Ártún B to Akureyri - Hofbus
18h 22m
$482–942
Fly to Akureyri Airport
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1. Fly from Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Akureyri Airport (AEY)plane LYR - AEY
23h 56m
$353–1,315

Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Keflavík International Airport (KEF) flights

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10h 25mAverage Duration

$337Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,488.1 km
Duration: 18h 22m

What companies run services between Longyearbyen, SJ and Akureyri, Iceland?

Norwegian Air Shuttle, easyJet, and Scandinavian Airlines fly from Svalbard Airport, Longyear (LYR) to Akureyri Airport (AEY) twice a week.

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