Car hire Hammerfest Airport

The region of Finnmark in Norway is set in the extreme northeast of the country, far north of the Arctic Circle. Hammerfest Airport serves the town of Hammerfest, with domestic carrier Wideroe offering flights mainly to Tromsoe for connections to Southern Norway. Helicopter flights serve the North Sea oil rigs and car hire in Hammerfest Airport can be arranged on arrival.

Hammerfest Airport facilities

The facility is subject to strong winds, forcing it to close for periods of up to several days as its short runway only supports smaller turbo-prop aircraft. The terminal hold a cafeteria and a comfortable lounge, with long- and short-stay covered car parking provided on site. Ground transportation to Hammerfest town is by local bus.

Hammerfest Airport excursions

Hammerfest is well-known as a center for Sami culture as well as its nearby glacier and dramatic scenery. Hiking is popular here, as are boat trips for whale-watching and fishing. Well worth a visit is the museum, which displays the history of polar bear hunting. The Northern Lights, best seen between mid-September and mid-March, are a major attraction for visitors. Car rental in Hammerfest Airport is the best way to get around.

Best time to visit

The ground here holds no permafrost in spite of its far northern location, causing mild temperatures similar to those in Anchorage, Alaska. Heavy snowfall in winter has been known to cause avalanches and rain falls steadily during the rest of the year, with October to December the wettest months.

Car rental in Hammerfest Airport

Roads here are fairly new and in good condition, although tricky to navigate after heavy snowfall, with winter tyres and snow chains necessary during the winter months. In the mild summers, experienced drivers should have no problems. Compare car hire rates online for the best deal.