Cheap flights to Alta
To plan a trip to Arctic Alta, the key transport hub is Alta Airport, located just 4 kilometers from the city center. In total, direct flights to this region operate from 7 cities, with the most frequent connections from Oslo (30 departures per week) and Tromsø (29 departures per week). Regular routes also connect the city with Vadsø (12 flights) and Helsinki, Finland (9 flights), expanding your travel planning options.
Currently, 5 airlines provide air service to the city, with Wideroe and Norwegian Air operating the highest number of flights. Finnair and Eurowings Discover also play a significant role, offering convenient connection options. Before planning your trip, it is worth checking the current weather in the region, and below on this page, you can find cards for departure cities with a flight search feature.


Hammerfest — Alta

Tromsø — Alta

Vadso — Alta


Kirkenes — Alta

Oslo — Alta


Helsinki — Alta
Flight insights to Alta
Data-driven trends for direct flights to Alta — how often airlines fly, where passengers come from, and typical fares and flight times.
Most frequent departure cities
The most frequent direct routes to Alta come from Oslo, Tromsø and Vadso. Oslo leads with around 30 flights a week.
Top departure countries
Most direct flights to Alta depart from Norway, Finland and Germany. Norway alone accounts for about 86% of all direct routes.
- Norwayavg $80
- Finlandavg $167
- Germany4%
Direct routes & fares
Popular non-stop routes to Alta range from Tromsø at $77 to Helsinki at $167 — a quick way to compare direct-flight fares.
Cheapest departure cities
The cheapest places to fly to Alta from right now are Hammerfest from $52, Tromsø from $77 and Vadso from $82.
- Hammerfestfrom $52
- Tromsøfrom $77
- Vadsofrom $82
- Kirkenesfrom $87
- Oslofrom $103
Longest direct flights
The longest direct flight to Alta is from Frankfurt am Main at about 3h 30m, followed by Oslo (2h 7m) and Mariehamn (1h 55m).
- Frankfurt am Main3h 30m
- Oslo2h 7m
- Mariehamn1h 55m
- Helsinki1h 54m
- Longyearbyen1h 43m
Popular departure cities to Alta
Frequently asked questions
- How many cities offer flights to Alta?
- In the current schedule, direct flights to Alta are operated from 7 different cities. Most routes connect the city with other regions of Norway, but international flights from Finland and Germany are also available.
- Which cities have the most frequent flights to Alta?
- The most popular destinations are Oslo with a frequency of 30 flights per week and Tromsø with 29 flights weekly. Additionally, a significant flow of passengers arrives from Vadsø (12 flights) and Helsinki (9 flights).
- How many airlines fly to Alta?
- 5 airlines operate flights on this route. The leading carriers are Wideroe and Norwegian Air, while Finnair and the German Eurowings Discover also serve these routes.
- Which airports handle flights to Alta?
- The main and only civilian airport serving the city is Alta Airport. It is located in close proximity to residential areas, allowing for a quick transfer to your accommodation after arrival; you can find more details in the section on how to get to the center.
- How to find cheap flights to Alta?
- To find great deals, it is recommended to monitor promotions from major carriers like Norwegian Air and book your tickets in advance. You should also check for connecting flights available in the Finnair schedule, which can sometimes be more affordable than direct ones.