Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of the Arctic, Longyearbyen is a vibrant town perched on the western coast of the Svalbard archipelago. Known as the northernmost settlement in the world, this charming city boasts a unique blend of rugged wilderness and modern amenities. Visitors can explore the pristine glaciers, spot polar bears in their natural habitat, and marvel at the mesmerizing Northern Lights dancing across the sky. With its rich history of coal mining and fascinating cultural heritage, Longyearbyen offers an unforgettable adventure for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path travel experience in the remote Arctic wilderness.
The cheapest month of the year to fly to Longyearbyen is typically November.
The best price we found is for £238 from London to Longyearbyen.
Some popular airlines include: Scandinavian Airlines, Norwegian, KLM, Jet2, easyJet.
A good price for a flight to Longyearbyen is £214 - £262.
The popular airports near the city of Longyearbyen include Longyearbyen Airport (LYR).
The flight to Longyearbyen (LYR) is roughly 4 hours 42 minutes and 1,892 miles (3,045 kilometres) from London, England UK - Heathrow International Airport (LHR).
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Cool storage facility with alpine treks
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North Pole expedition history exhibits
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Flights from London, England UK - Heathrow International Airport (LHR) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,892 miles (3,045 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 42 minutes.
Flights from London, England UK - London Gatwick International Airport (LGW) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,913 miles (3,079 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from Manchester, England UK - Manchester Airport (MAN) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,773 miles (2,854 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 26 minutes.
Flights from London, England UK - London North East - Stansted International Airport (STN) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,860 miles (2,994 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 38 minutes.
Flights from London, England UK - London North, Luton International Airport (LTN) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,864 miles (3,000 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 38 minutes.
Flights from Edinburgh, Scotland UK - Airport (EDI) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,603 miles (2,580 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 3 minutes.
Flights from Birmingham, England UK - Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,832 miles (2,948 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 34 minutes.
Flights from Bristol, UK - Bristol Airport (BRS) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,911 miles (3,075 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 44 minutes.
Flights from Glasgow, Scotland UK - Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,615 miles (2,600 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 5 minutes.
Flights from Belfast, Ireland UK - Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,710 miles (2,753 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from Newcastle, UK - Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,655 miles (2,663 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from London, England UK - Royal Docks - London City Airport (LCY) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,887 miles (3,037 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 41 minutes.
Flights from Liverpool, UK - John Lennon Airport (LPL) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,778 miles (2,862 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 27 minutes.
Flights from Nottingham, UK - East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,804 miles (2,903 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 30 minutes.
Flights from Leeds, UK - Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,735 miles (2,792 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 21 minutes.
Flights from Aberdeen, Scotland UK - Dyce Airport (ABZ) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,510 miles (2,431 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 3 hours 51 minutes.
Flights from Belfast, Ireland UK - George Best City Apt Airport (BHD) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,711 miles (2,753 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 18 minutes.
Flights from London, England UK - London South, Southend Airport (SEN) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,880 miles (3,025 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 40 minutes.
Flights from Southampton, UK - Southampton Airport (SOU) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,933 miles (3,111 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 47 minutes.
Flights from Jersey, UK - Jersey Airport (JER) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 2,057 miles (3,310 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 5 hours 4 minutes.
Flights from Cardiff, Wales - UK - Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,914 miles (3,080 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 45 minutes.
Flights from Doncaster, UK - Sheffield/ Robin Hood Airport (DSA) to Longyearbyen (LYR) - The flight distance between these airports is 1,758 miles (2,829 kilometres). The direct flight time is roughly 4 hours 24 minutes.
From London (LGW), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £238
Depart: 18 Jan 2025 · Return: 29 Jan 2025 Price found 16 Apr 2024, 12:30
From Bristol (BRS), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £367
Depart: 20 May 2024 · Return: 26 May 2024 Price found 19 Apr 2024, 01:57
From Manchester (MAN), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £371
Depart: 20 May 2024 · Return: 26 May 2024 Price found 19 Apr 2024, 00:46
From Birmingham (BHX), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £420
Depart: 20 May 2024 · Return: 26 May 2024 Price found 19 Apr 2024, 01:18
From Edinburgh (EDI), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £443
Depart: 20 May 2024 · Return: 26 May 2024 Price found 19 Apr 2024, 02:00
From Newcastle (NCL), UK to Longyearbyen, Norway (LYR): £522
Depart: 20 May 2024 · Return: 26 May 2024 Price found 19 Apr 2024, 02:10