Find Cheap flights to Kristiansand – Best Airfare Deals

Kristiansand is proud to claim itself as the fifth-largest city in Norway and also Norway's number 1 holiday destination. This city has a lot to offer from rich, lively culture and bustling shopping scene to exquisite restaurants and a lively nightlife. Kristiansand also serves as a gateway to the villages of Norway's southern coast and the inland region of Setesdalen. No matter if you are travelling alone or with your family, Kristiansand has something to keep you entertained.

Airports available in Kristiansand

Kristiansand Airport

Kristiansand Airport, Kjevik (KRS) is an international airport that serves the city of Kristiansand, Norway. The airport is located in the district of Tveit in the Oddernes borough, approximately 16 kilometers from the city center of Kristiansand. Avinor operates this airport, and it is the only airport in Southern Norway. Some of the airlines that operate here are Scandinavian Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, ;Widerøe, KLM Cityhopper and Wizz Air. This airport is connected to the city centre via a bus such as the Haga Buss that operates from the airport to Kristiansand. Besides buses, taxis are also available at the airport.

How to get cheap flights to Kristiansand?

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When is the best time to fly to Kristiansand?

Average temperatures in Kristiansand vary greatly. The temperature is cold for almost half of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The warmest time to visit Kristiansand is in July, August, and then June. The warmest time of year is usually during late July where it can reach up to 21.5°C and drops to 12.4°C at night. The months with the lowest chance of raining in Kristiansand are April, March, and then May. In contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early December. Moreover, the busiest month for tourism in Kristiansand, Norway, is in March, followed by June and July. If you are looking to avoid the crowd, it is less busy in October.

What are the top things to do in Kristiansand

Sørlandets Kunstmuseum- This is a museum that showcases both fine and craft-based practices, and the collection includes some contemporary work from local Norwegian and Nordic artists. For those with children, there is a section that is designed specifically for them. Besides, for those who are interested in Norwegian ceramics, the 44 works by local Kari Christensen is a must-see.

Christiansholm Fortress –Built in 1662, this fortress was built by the royal decree 1672 to keep watch over the Skagerrak Straits and protect the city from pirates and Swedes. The walls of the fort are 5m thick with an armory built within the inner wall. At this fortress, you will also be able to view the beautiful scenery of the seaside and the yachts.

strong>Agder Natural History Museum & Botanic Gardens – Walk through the winding paths of this 50-hectare park at the Gimle Estate and you will find an amusing botanic garden with various rocks, minerals stuffed animals and greenhouses. This garden also houses the most extensive collection of cacti in Norway. Built with the has 19th-century-period influences, the interiors give you the rustic feeling with its teeth-like columns at the front, and also the historic rose garden dating from 1850. This place is located about 1km from the centre, across the Oddernes Bridge.