Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Alta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Alta

With a population of 12 077, Alta is the largest city in Finnmark, Norway by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Alta to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Alta

Alta in May
Estimated hotel price
£90
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alta in May
Estimated hotel price
£90
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alta in July, when the average temperature is 13 °C, and the highest can go up to 17 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 54 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Alta, with an average rainfall of 17 mm.

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How to Get to Alta

Plane

When flying to Alta, you’ll arrive at Alta (ALF), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alta from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Alta is to pick up a car hire from Tromsø, which is about 169 km from Alta. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Tromsø.

Plane

When flying to Alta, you’ll arrive at Alta (ALF), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Alta from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Alta is to pick up a car hire from Tromsø, which is about 169 km from Alta. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Budget, among others, in Tromsø.

Airports near Alta

HFTHammerfest
ALFAlta
LKLLakselv Banak

Airlines serving Alta

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (227 reviews)
Discover Airlines
Good (23 reviews)
Wideroe
Excellent (49 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Alta

Most booked hotels in Alta

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Sorrisniva Igloo Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£408+
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Thon Hotel Alta
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Scandic Alta
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£98+
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Hiring a car in Alta

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Alta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alta, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Alta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.28 and £23.03. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alta, while also 13% cheaper than other types, on average.

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