Airport
Vestmannaeyjar Airport (VEY)
Vestmannaeyjar Airport is the main air gateway to Heimaey island and the Westman Islands archipelago off Iceland's south coast. Compare transfer options to Vestmannaeyjar town, the mainland ferry terminals, and nearby volcanic and puffin-watching attractions, and plan your island journey.
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About Vestmannaeyjar Airport
Vestmannaeyjar Airport is the main air gateway to Heimaey and the Westman Islands, a small archipelago off Iceland's south coast. Operated by Isavia, it provides essential domestic connectivity for island residents and visitors, particularly during winter when ferry services can be disrupted by weather.
The airport opened in 1946 and has been modernized in stages, including a control tower in 1978, a passenger terminal in 1980, paved runways in 1990 and a terminal expansion in 2000. It operates two runways and a single compact terminal building designed for small aircraft and domestic flights.
Located about 2–3 km from the centre of Vestmannaeyjar town on Heimaey island, the airport is reached by taxi, private transfer, rental car or limited local bus services. The airport also connects with ferry routes to Landeyjahöfn on the mainland, with seasonal scheduled flights to Reykjavík taking around 20–25 minutes.
With a small café, free Wi-Fi, parking and straightforward passenger facilities, the airport functions as a compact but important gateway for exploring Heimaey's volcanic landscape, Eldfell crater and the island's puffin colonies.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Vestmannaeyjar Airport operates passenger services from a single small terminal building on Heimaey island. The terminal primarily handles domestic flights, with international operations limited and infrequent.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Vestmannaeyjar Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Vestmannaeyjar Airport to hotels, the harbour area and other destinations across Heimaey and the Westman Islands.
Hourly Chauffeur
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Car Rental
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Bus & Group Transfers
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