Welcome To Kirkenes Region

What to do in Kirkenes
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How To Get To Kirkenes
By Plane
Kirkenes Høybuktmoen Airport (KKN) offers daily flights from major Norwegian cities like Oslo and Tromsø. Starting summer 2025, Finnair will operate flights from Helsinki via Ivalo to Kirkenes.
By Road
Drive to Kirkenes via the E6 from Nordkapp or Alta, or cross the border from Finland via Ivalo or Rovaniemi. Roads are well-maintained, but check winter conditions.
By Sea
Take the scenic Nordlandsbanen from Oslo or Trondheim to Bodø, then travel with Hurtigruten or Havila to Kirkenes. This route showcases Norway’s stunning coastal landscapes.
Via Finland
Travel to Kirkenes through Finland by driving from Ivalo or Rovaniemi. Starting from Ivalo Airport (IVL), continue by car, private bus, or taxi, crossing the border into Norway.