Introducing Luleå Airport

Luleå Airport (IATA: LLA, ICAO: ESPA), also known as Luleå/Kallax Airport, serves the city of Luleå on the Gulf of Bothnia in northern Sweden. It is operated by Swedavia, the state company that runs Sweden's main airports, and handles around a million passengers a year.

The runway is shared with the Swedish Air Force's Norrbotten Wing (F 21), which has been based here for decades.

Distance from Luleå Airport to the City

The airport lies near the village of Kallax, about 7 km south-east of Luleå city centre. By bus or taxi the trip into town takes around 15 minutes.

Terminal and Services at Luleå

One terminal serves all passengers, with check-in, security, cafés and car rental under one roof. The layout is straightforward, which makes short connections and quick pick-ups easy.

Airlines and Routes from Luleå

Stockholm Arlanda is the main route, with SAS and Norwegian flying it several times a day. Other domestic links include Gothenburg. Seasonal flights from carriers such as Transavia, Vueling and Edelweiss connect Luleå with European cities and holiday spots, especially in the winter tourist season. Check the latest schedule, as seasonal routes change.

Getting from the Airport to Luleå

• Bus 4 runs to Smedjegatan in the city centre and on to Luleå University.
• Bus 104 runs to the city centre, the bus station and Luleå train station.
• Taxis and rental cars are available outside the terminal.

Things to Do Around Luleå

Gammelstad Church Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with hundreds of small wooden cottages around a medieval church, is just outside the city. In winter the frozen sea and archipelago become a playground for ice roads, skating and snowmobiling, and the northern lights can appear on clear nights. In summer, boat trips head out to the Luleå archipelago.

Tips for Travelling via Luleå

Pack warm layers in winter, as temperatures drop well below freezing. Winter weather can cause delays, so check your flight status before leaving. If you plan to visit Swedish Lapland, a rental car gives you the most freedom.

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