Sandefjord Airport, International airport in Sandefjord, Norway.
Sandefjord Airport is an international airport in Sandefjord with a 2,989-meter runway that handles regular commercial flights. Airlines including Widerøe, Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, and Scandinavian Airlines operate from this facility to various European destinations.
The facility was built in 1956 with NATO funding and initially served military purposes. In 1958 it transitioned to civilian operations and gradually developed into the commercial airport it is today.
The airport links the Vestfold region to European destinations, making travel accessible for locals and visitors passing through. This connection has become an important part of how the area reaches the wider world.
The airport can be reached via the European Route E18, by train at Sandefjord Airport Station, or by regular bus services from the surrounding area. Arriving early and checking local transport options in advance helps ensure a smooth journey.
The airport is not operated by a single company but is jointly owned by Vestfold and Telemark county and Sandefjord municipality. This shared ownership model is typical of how important regional infrastructure is managed in Norway.
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