A coastal town with colorful buildings, a large mountain range, and a body of water.

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Cheap round-trip flights to Longyearbyen

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £50 for one-way flights and £105 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, 18 Sept - Mon, 21 Sept
TOS
Tromsø
LYR
Longyearbyen
£105 Return, found 4 days ago
£105
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 18 Sept from Tromsø to Longyearbyen, returning Mon, 21 Sept, priced at £105 found 4 days ago
Norwegian Air Shuttle
Wed, 12 Aug - Fri, 14 Aug
OSL
Oslo
LYR
Longyearbyen
£230 Return, found 1 day ago
£230
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Norwegian Air Shuttle flight, departing Wed, 12 Aug from Oslo to Longyearbyen, returning Fri, 14 Aug, priced at £230 found 1 day ago
KLM
Tue, 25 Aug - Sat, 29 Aug
DUB
Dublin
LYR
Longyearbyen
£395 Return, found 22 hours ago
£395
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Tue, 25 Aug from Dublin to Longyearbyen, returning Sat, 29 Aug, priced at £395 found 22 hours ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
LCY
London
LYR
Longyearbyen
£428 Return, found 2 days ago
£428
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from London to Longyearbyen, returning Tue, 25 Aug, priced at £428 found 2 days ago
Air France
Wed, 19 Aug - Tue, 25 Aug
LGW
London
LYR
Longyearbyen
£441 Return, found 6 days ago
£441
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air France flight, departing Wed, 19 Aug from London to Longyearbyen, returning Tue, 25 Aug, priced at £441 found 6 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Longyearbyen's airport?
Svalbard Airport (LYR) is the only airport in Longyearbyen.
How far is LYR from central Longyearbyen?
Svalbard Airport is only a short drive from happening downtown Longyearbyen. It's located 3 kms (2 miles) from the centre of the city.
What airport is best to fly into Longyearbyen?
People from all corners of the globe pass through Svalbard Airport every day. Get off the plane, get your bags and you'll be 3 kms (2 miles) from the heart of Longyearbyen.
How many airlines fly to Longyearbyen?
You have a number of options if you're going to Longyearbyen. Take your pick of 2 air carriers that service this destination from at least 2 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Longyearbyen?
Norwegian Air Shuttle and SAS operate the largest proportion of flights to Longyearbyen. One of the most popular ways to get there is with a Norwegian Air Shuttle flight from Tromsø.
How many nonstop flights are there to Longyearbyen?
Flying to a new place is much more straightforward when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're making your way to Longyearbyen, the awesome news is that there are around 11 nonstop flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Longyearbyen departing from?
Tromsø and Oslo airports are popular departure points for travellers jetting to Longyearbyen.
How long is the flight to Longyearbyen Airport?
From the time you leave the ground in Tromsø, you'll be in the air for approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes before you arrive at the terminal in Longyearbyen. Those jetting in from Oslo can expect to be on the flight for around 3 hours and 7 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Longyearbyen?
If you want to save some cash on your Longyearbyen holiday, then listen up! As any experienced traveller knows, avoid booking at the last minute. Prices are often highest just prior to the departure date. Another good way to nab a bargain is to research all options. If your destination has a few airports, don't forget to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. Last but not least, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you find an amazing bargain, don't think twice — grab it while you can.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Longyearbyen?
We've pulled together all the info you need to make your flight as enjoyable as possible. Follow our tips and you'll be cruising through airport security and exploring Longyearbyen in no time. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • A plane trip can be a cruisy experience if you carry the right gear. Firstly, you'll want a few basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a fresh change of clothes and a few magazines. Next, make room in your hand luggage for your mobile phone, a charger, your medications and maybe a proper neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to bring your passport, travel docs and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Make sure you don't have a pocket knife lurking in your hand luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive products, such as fuel and matches, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your main priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Loose clothing is a smart option, as are enclosed shoes like sneakers.
  • Deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, can be a risk on long-haul flights. Wander around the cabin and stretch your legs or do some gentle exercises in your seat to promote better circulation.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Longyearbyen?
The simple answer is — be prepared. We've put together some handy tips and tricks for a stress-free trip through security. Watch out Longyearbyen, here you come:

  • Airport security personnel first need to establish that you have a valid passport and matching travel documents before you're allowed to proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
  • Next up, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Personal belongings like your belt, coat and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
  • Your electronic devices like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online before you know it.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you valuable minutes. Boots and bulky shoes are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on shoes usually aren't.
  • Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.

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Expedia flights to Longyearbyen

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Travel information

Destination airport
Svalbard
Destination airport IATA code
LYR
Destination city name
Longyearbyen
Return price
£194

Trending flights to Longyearbyen

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £50 for one-way flights and £105 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, 7 Sept - Mon, 14 Sept
LHR
London
LYR
Longyearbyen
£227 Return, found 22 hours ago
£227
Return
found 22 hours ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Mon, 7 Sept from London to Longyearbyen, returning Mon, 14 Sept, priced at £227 found 22 hours ago

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