Travelling from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Svalbard Airport (LYR): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your ABZ to LYR flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ) to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
Currently, R 5,668 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 8,293. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ABZ to LYR, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ABZ to LYR.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Aberdeen International Airport (ABZ)
Of the departures from Aberdeen International Airport, 68.69% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Aberdeen International Airport from central Aberdeen, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near ABZ. Whether you've booked an early flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LYR instead:
Getting from Svalbard Airport (LYR) to central Longyearbyen
Svalbard Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from central Longyearbyen. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Svalbard Airport (LYR)
The quietest month for a flight from Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport is June, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Longyearbyen based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Longyearbyen is July, with temperatures ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Lock in your flights from Aberdeen International Airport to Svalbard Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ABZ to LYR in March. Average temperatures are between -22ºC (-8ºF) and -6ºC (21ºF) then.
Explore more of Norway
Barentsburg is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored after you've experienced Longyearbyen. Around 40 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Barentsburg Pomor museum, The Orthodox Church and ART ARCTIC GALLERY.
