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

Kirkenes travel guide

Kirkenes Tourism | Kirkenes Guide

You're Going to Love Kirkenes

With a population of 3 282, Kirkenes is a must-see destination in Finnmark, Norway. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kirkenes to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kirkenes

Kirkenes in July
Estimated hotel price
£94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kirkenes in July
Estimated hotel price
£94
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kirkenes in July, when the average temperature is 12 °C, and the highest can go up to 16 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -16 °C, with an average temperature of -12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 62 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Kirkenes, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Kirkenes

Plane

When flying to Kirkenes, you’ll arrive at Kirkenes Hoeybuktmoen (KKN), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kirkenes from the United Kingdom departs from Edinburgh and takes around 12h 15m.

Plane

When flying to Kirkenes, you’ll arrive at Kirkenes Hoeybuktmoen (KKN), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kirkenes from the United Kingdom departs from Edinburgh and takes around 12h 15m.

Airports near Kirkenes

BVGBerlevag
VDSVadso
KKNKirkenes Hoeybuktmoen

Airlines serving Kirkenes

KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (227 reviews)
Wideroe
Excellent (49 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Kirkenes

Most booked hotels in Kirkenes

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Thon Hotel Kirkenes
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£104+
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Scandic Kirkenes
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Barents Frokosthotell
2 stars
Okay (5.5, Okay reviews)
£63+
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Hiring a car in Kirkenes

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Kirkenes (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. The most frequently booked car type in Kirkenes is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Yaris Cross or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay £1.44 per litre in Kirkenes (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. The most frequently booked car type in Kirkenes is Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Yaris Cross or similar) is, on average, 45% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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