Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen (KKN)

Kirkenes, NO 🇳🇴 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

ENKR

IATA

KKN

Elevation

283 ft

Region

NO-56

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: ENKR

Local Code: Not available

Location: 69.7258° N, 29.8913° E

Continent: EU

Type: Medium Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen (ENKR/KKN) generally offers a small, cozy, and efficient travel experience, often described as more of an Arctic outpost than a major hub. Travelers appreciate its quiet atmosphere and functionality, though its limited amenities reflect its regional nature. Overall sentiment is positive for its intended purpose, but with expectations set for a smaller airport.

What Travelers Love

Cozy and Quiet Atmosphere: The airport is often described as tiny, cozy, and quiet, providing a relaxed environment for travelers.
Cleanliness and Comfortable Seating: Restrooms are reported as clean, and the terminal offers comfortable seating, including large sofas, which some travelers have found suitable for resting.
Efficient Security and Immigration: While wait times vary, real-time data indicates security wait times typically around 25-28 minutes, with immigration at approximately 8 minutes, suggesting generally efficient processing.
Streamlined Parking with Autopay: The airport utilizes an Autopay system with automatic license plate recognition, offering various flexible payment options for a seamless parking experience.
Good Transportation Connections to Town: Taxis and private transfers offer quick 15-20 minute journeys to Kirkenes city center, and car rental services are available.

Common Complaints

Limited Food and Retail Services: Beyond operational hours, food options are severely restricted, sometimes to just a vending machine. General reviews indicate a low satisfaction rate for food and retail services within the terminal.
Variable Taxi Availability: While taxis are generally available, some travelers note that there aren't always taxis waiting directly at the airport, potentially leading to a short wait for one to arrive from town.
Official Stance on Overnight Stays: Posters within the terminal officially state that overnight stays are not permitted, although some travelers have reported being allowed to stay overnight on couches in the baggage claim area by staff if they ask. The airport also has specific closing hours.
Staff Issues (Historical): An older review from 2019 mentioned unfriendly and rude staff during flight cancellations, but more recent reviews haven't reiterated this as a common complaint, and other older reviews highlighted sympathetic staff experiences.

Kirkenes Airport serves as a vital gateway to the Arctic region, excelling in its role as a small and functional hub. While travelers should be prepared for limited amenities typical of a smaller airport, particularly regarding food options outside of peak hours, its overall efficiency and calm environment make for a generally pleasant experience.

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Top Airlines

Operating at Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
Wideroe's Flyveselskap A/s `WIF` / `WF`	4	18	4	Dec 5, 2025
Scandinavian Airlines System `SAS` / `SK`	1	4	1	Aug 14, 2025
Norwegian Air Shuttle `NOZ` / `DY`	1	3	1	Aug 14, 2025
Finnair `FIN` / `AY`	1	1	1	Aug 14, 2025

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`05/23`	6939 ft	148 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
ATIS	ATIS	`118.025 MHz`
TWR	KIRKENES TWR	`118.1 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`KIK`	Kirkenes	VOR-DME	`112000 kHz`
`KKS`	Kirkenes	NDB	`326 kHz`

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Nov 21, 2025

Taxis

Taxis are available directly outside the arrival hall. The main providers are Kirkenes Taxi and Barents Taxi. It is often recommended to pre-book, especially for late-night arrivals or during peak season, to ensure availability.

Rental Cars

Several car rental companies have service desks inside the airport's arrival hall. Options include Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt. Booking in advance is highly recommended to secure a vehicle.

Public Transportation

An airport bus service (Flybussen), operated by Boreal, connects the airport with Kirkenes town center. The bus schedule is synchronized with all scheduled flight arrivals and departures. The route includes stops at major hotels and the Hurtigruten/Havila cruise ship terminal.

Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.