Airport
Grímsey Airport (GRY)
Grímsey Airport is the gateway to Grímsey, a small island about 40 km north of mainland Iceland and Iceland's only inhabited territory crossed by the Arctic Circle. Scheduled flights link the island with Akureyri, where travellers can continue to destinations across North Iceland.
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About Grímsey Airport
Grímsey Airport is the air gateway to Grímsey, a remote island roughly 40 km off the north coast of Iceland and part of the municipality of Akureyri. The island sits on the Arctic Circle, and the airport provides a short, year-round air link for residents and visitors travelling to and from North Iceland.
The airport has a single runway and one compact passenger terminal that opens only in connection with scheduled flight arrivals and departures. Norlandair operates flights between Grímsey and Akureyri, with a flight time of about 30 minutes.
Because Grímsey has no road connection to the mainland, the airport is one of the island's main transport links alongside the ferry service from Dalvík. The terminal is located close to the island's small village, making onward travel to guesthouses and local services straightforward.
Despite its small size, the airport serves a practical role for island residents, day visitors and tourists drawn to the Arctic Circle, bird cliffs and coastal scenery. Its facilities include a check-in counter, waiting area, restrooms and a small exhibition about Willard Fiske.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Grímsey Airport operates through a single compact passenger terminal serving domestic flights between Grímsey and Akureyri. The terminal opens only in connection with scheduled flight arrivals and departures.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Grímsey Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Grímsey Airport to guesthouses, the hotel and other island destinations after arriving on the scheduled flight from Akureyri.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a local chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel around Grímsey, Arctic Circle sights, coastal walks or business visits.
Car Rental
Rent a car in Akureyri before or after flying to Grímsey for independent travel across North Iceland.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize group transportation for tour groups travelling between Grímsey Airport, island guesthouses, the harbour and other meeting points.
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