Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG)
Stavanger, NO 🇳🇴 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
ENZV
IATA
SVG
Elevation
29 ft
Region
NO-11
Local Time
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GPS Code: ENZV
Local Code: Not available
Location: 58.876701° N, 5.63778° E
Continent: Europe
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Sola Air Station Stavanger lufthavn Sola
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Stavanger Airport, Sola (ENZV (SVG)) generally receives positive feedback from travelers, who often describe it as an efficient, clean, and comfortable regional airport. While it is considered a smaller airport, many appreciate its streamlined operations and welcoming atmosphere.
What Travelers Love
- Efficiency and Smooth Operations: Travelers frequently praise the airport for its quick and efficient check-in and baggage drop processes, contributing to a generally smooth travel experience.
- Cleanliness and Facilities: The terminal facilities, particularly the restrooms, are consistently highlighted as impeccably clean and well-maintained. The airport itself is often described as modern and tidy.
- Comfortable for Layovers/Sleeping: Many reviews commend Stavanger Airport as being exceptionally quiet, warm, and comfortable for extended layovers or even sleeping overnight. Areas like the "Kissing Point" on the second floor above check-in are noted for having comfortable benches, dim lighting, and power outlets.
- Good Transportation Connections: The airport offers convenient bus connections, including the Flybussen Airport Express, to Stavanger city center. Additionally, several hotels are within walking distance.
- Friendly Staff: Some travelers have noted the staff to be friendly and helpful.
Common Complaints
- Limited Seating in Departure Lounge: A recurring complaint points to a lack of sufficient seating in the departure lounge, particularly during busy periods.
- Lounge Opening Hours: The North Sea Lounge has been criticized for "pathetic" opening hours, sometimes closing during peak flight times, which is inconvenient for business travelers.
- Security Wait Times and Supervision: While arrival processing is generally quick, security wait times can average around 29 minutes. Some past reviews also noted poor supervision of security lanes, leading to frustration when not all lanes were utilized efficiently.
- Confusing Signage for International Departures: A few travelers reported unclear signage for international flights after passing through security, leading to confusion between domestic and international terminal sections.
- Cost of Parking: Parking, particularly for longer durations, can be perceived as expensive.
Overall, Stavanger Airport is highly regarded for its operational efficiency, cleanliness, and suitability for comfortable layovers. Travelers are generally satisfied, though it's advisable to be mindful of potential seating limitations in the departure area, check lounge operating hours, and be aware of signage for international gates.
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Airport Routes
Stavanger Airport, Sola (SVG) offers 68 flight routes operated by 10 airlines. Major carriers include Scandinavian Airlines System, SAS Link, Norwegian Air Shuttle and others. Popular destinations from Stavanger include Copenhagen, Oslo, Gardermoen, Aberdeen, Trondheim, Vaernes and Bergen, Flesland.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
Newly Discovered
- Aberdeen (ABZ) new
- Bergen, Flesland (BGO) new
- Trondheim, Vaernes (TRD) new
- Krakow Int'l (KRK) new
- Oslo, Gardermoen (OSL) new
- Copenhagen (CPH) new
- Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) new
- Gdansk Lech Walesa (GDN) new
- Sandefjord, Torp (TRF) new
- Frankfurt Int'l (FRA) new
- Warsaw Frederic Chopin (WAW) new
- Amilcar Cabral Int'l (SID) new
Popular Flight Routes
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Top Airlines
Operating at Stavanger Airport, SolaAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Scandinavian Airlines System
SAS
/ SK
|
7 | 550 | 7 | Feb 6, 2026 |
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SAS Link
SVS
|
5 | 425 | 5 | Feb 6, 2026 |
Norwegian Air Shuttle
NOZ
/ DY
|
15 | 282 | 15 | Feb 6, 2026 |
Wideroe's Flyveselskap A/s
WIF
/ WF
|
5 | 273 | 5 | Feb 6, 2026 |
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
KLM
/ KL
|
1 | 154 | 1 | Feb 6, 2026 |
Norwegian Air Sweden
NSZ
/ D8
|
12 | 120 | 12 | Feb 4, 2026 |
Cityjet
BCY
/ WX
|
7 | 106 | 7 | Feb 4, 2026 |
Lufthansa
DLH
/ LH
|
2 | 58 | 2 | Feb 3, 2026 |
Wizz Air
WZZ
/ W6
|
2 | 54 | 2 | Feb 6, 2026 |
Sunclass Airlines
VKG
/ DK
|
5 | 28 | 5 | Jan 31, 2026 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10/28 |
8035 ft | 148 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
18/36 |
9369 ft | 197 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | Sola Approach | 119.6 MHz |
| ARR | ARR | 118.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.0 MHz |
| GND | Sola Ground | 121.75 MHz |
| TWR | Sola Tower | 118.35 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
The taxi rank is located directly outside the arrivals hall. Several companies, including Stavanger Taxi, Sandnes Taxi, and Sola Taxi, operate from the airport. A trip to Stavanger city center typically takes 15-20 minutes. Taxis can be hailed from the rank or pre-booked, but are generally the most expensive transportation option.
Rental Cars
Major car rental companies such as Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Europcar, and Enterprise have service desks located in the arrivals hall. It is highly recommended to book a vehicle in advance, especially during peak seasons, to secure the best rates and availability. The car rental parking area is a short walk from the terminal building.
Public Transportation
The main public transit option is the Airport Bus (Flybussen), which offers frequent, direct service to Stavanger city center, stopping at key hotels and the main bus/train station. The journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes. For a more economical but slower option, local public buses operated by Kolumbus (such as route 42) also serve the airport, connecting it to the regional bus network.