AirlinesAirports.com
Powered by Google TranslateTranslate
Travel planning byTravelerPulse.pro
Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka Mountain Airport illustrationMountain Airport
Airports
SSJmedium airport

Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka

Alstahaug, Norway
Explore Alstahaug city guide Navigate to this airport
4
Routes out
4
Destinations
ENST
ICAO
56 ft
Elevation
AirlinesAirports profile

Gateway to Helgeland's coast and islands in northern Norway.

Opened
1979
Location
Alstahaug, Norway
Sandnessjøen Airport, Stokka (IATA: SSJ) is a regional airport serving the Alstahaug municipality and the broader Helgeland coastal region of Nordland county in northern Norway. It sits on the Stokka peninsula near the town of Sandnessjøen and provides essential air links for communities that are otherwise difficult to reach by land. The airport is part of Norway's system of short-takeoff regional airfields operated under public service obligation (PSO) agreements, ensuring air connectivity to sparsely populated areas. Widerøe is the primary carrier operating scheduled services from the airport, typically connecting the region to larger Norwegian hubs such as Bodø and Trondheim. Given its location along the rugged Norwegian coast, the airport plays a vital role in both passenger travel and the regional oil and gas sector that operates in the Norwegian Sea. Its short runway is characteristic of the smaller regional airports in the Widerøe network.
Terminals
The airport has a single small terminal building suited to regional traffic volumes.
Getting to & from
Bus connections link the airport to Sandnessjøen town center, and taxi services are also available.
Airlines here
Widerøe is the primary airline operating scheduled services at Sandnessjøen Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport serves the Helgeland coast, an area of numerous islands and fjords in Nordland county.
  • ›It operates under Norway's Public Service Obligation (PSO) scheme, subsidizing routes to remote communities.
  • ›Widerøe uses Dash 8 turboprop aircraft suited to the airport's shorter runway.
  • ›The airport supports offshore oil and gas operations in the Norwegian Sea.
  • ›It is one of several small regional airports along the Helgeland coast managed within the Avinor network.
Official website Wikipedia
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.

Route map (4 destinations)

Leaflet © OpenStreetMap © CARTO

Airlines serving this airport

Widerøe
WF

Routes

SSJ → TRDWF · DH1
SSJ → OSLWF · DH1
SSJ → BNNWF · DH1 DH2
SSJ → BOOWF · DH1
Hotels near SSJ

Pick what matters for your layover or early flight, then compare on your favorite booking site.

Compare stays for your dates

AirlinesAirports may receive compensation when you book or purchase through some of the links on this page, at no additional cost to you. Prices and availability are set by the booking provider and may change. We never share your private trip details with partners — only the destination, dates and party size you searched.

City & Place Guide

Viking heritage and coastal drama on Norway's scenic Helgeland coast.

Alstahaug is a small municipality in Nordland county, situated along the stunning Helgeland coast of northern Norway. It is best known for its deep Viking Age roots, medieval church history, and the dramatic landscape of islands, fjords, and the iconic Seven Sisters mountain range visible across the water.

The town of Sandnessjøen serves as the municipal center and acts as a regional hub for the surrounding islands and communities. Despite its modest size, Alstahaug offers a rewarding mix of cultural heritage, outdoor adventure, and genuine Norwegian coastal life largely untouched by mass tourism.

  • •Alstahaug Church — 12th-century Romanesque stone church with ties to poet-priest Petter Dass.
  • •Petter Dass Museum — beautifully designed museum honoring Norway's beloved baroque poet and his coastal world.
  • •Seven Sisters Mountain Range — iconic seven-peaked skyline best admired by boat or from shore.
  • •Helgeland Archipelago — island-hopping by ferry through dramatic skerries and open sea.
  • •Sandnessjøen Town Center — charming waterfront with local shops, harbor life, and regional character.
  • •Træna Ferry Route — scenic coastal ferry passing extraordinary seascape and remote island communities.

Getting around: Alstahaug is accessible by regional flights into Stokka Airport (Sandnessjøen), with connecting flights to Oslo and Bodø. Local buses serve the main routes within the municipality, while the Hurtigruten coastal ferry stops at Sandnessjøen. Taxis are available but limited; renting a car is strongly recommended for exploring outlying areas and islands.

Best time: Visit from late May through August for the midnight sun, warmest temperatures, and fully operational ferry connections to surrounding islands.

Local food: Try fresh local seafood including cod, crab, and shrimp from the Helgeland coast, as well as traditional Norwegian dishes at waterfront restaurants in Sandnessjøen.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

Passport, Visa & Immigration

Flying internationally via SSJ? Check entry, transit and customs requirements for Norway from official government sources.

Norway visa & entry information →Embassy & consulate finder →
Sandnessjøen Airport
Encyclopaedia

Sandnessjøen Airport is a regional airport serving the town of Sandnessjøen, Norway. The airport is located in Alstahaug Municipality in Nordland county, 5.5 nautical miles south west of Sandnessjøen. In 2014, Sandnessjøen Airport served 74,138 passengers. It is operated by Avinor.

Read full article on Wikipedia

Entity data from open aviation datasets (OurAirports, OpenFlights) with AI-assisted editorial clearly marked. Always confirm time-sensitive details with the official airport website. Sources & verification