Flights to Alta
Alta is a winter wonderland bursting history, culture, and attractions. Get ready to get up close to the native Sami culture, see UNESCO protected rock carvings, and spend the night in an ice hotel before hunting for the northern lights.
SAS flies to Alta in Norway from/via Oslo, Copenhagen or Stockholm.
We fly from all our destinations in Europe, the US (Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.), Canada (Toronto), and Asia (Bangkok and Tokyo).
Benefits on your flight to Alta
SAS customers enjoy a 24-hour money back guarantee on any booking so if you see a great offer, snap it up and decide later. If you book your trip to Alta in advance, you’ll likely enjoy cheaper flight prices. If you want to get an overview of all our destinations in one spot, visit our low fare calendar.
- Airport: Alta Airport (ALF)
- Currency: Norwegian Krone
- Time zone: CET: UTC+1/CEST: UTC+2
- Official language: Norwegian
Discounted tickets for kids
Experience Norway with the children. SAS offers up to 90% discounts on children’s tickets to make it more affordable to bring your kids on your trip to Alta.
Board a flight to Alta and explore northern Norway
Alta is the largest town of northern Norway and although it seems fairly remote, the town is easily accessible by road or plane. Home to lush green forest, vast mountain plateaus, and the northern lights, Alta is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Visit Alta in the summer, you’ll enjoy long days under the midnight sun hiking and biking your way around the surrounding countryside. Visit in the winter and you’ll find yourself on a snowmobile safari or a dog sledding adventure before spending the night hunting for the northern lights.
The list of things to do in Alta is endless, and there’s a little something for everyone.
Fly with SAS to Alta Airport and you’ll touch down feeling relaxed and well rested.
Alta is an adventure for all outdoor enthusiasts. If you enjoy an active holiday spent in nature Alta is the perfect destination for you.
DECEMBER 2022
From snowmobile safaris to an ice hotel – the Northern Norwegian town of Alta is one of the top winter destinations in the world.
Have you ever experienced the Aurora Borealis? These northern lights bathe the snowy landscape in a mesmerizing green, pink, and yellow light. It’s just one of the many magical things you’ll experience in Alta, where the Norwegian Sea meets the barren Finnmarksvidda.
In Alta, a town with just 20,000 inhabitants, you can experience the true meaning of winter. In spite of its reputation as a dark, foreboding season, winter is an ideal time of year to enjoy the great outdoors. Just make sure you dress warmly.
More than just northern lights
Alta is known for its northern lights, and it’s the perfect place to see the sky light up when charged particles collide with one another high up in the atmosphere. Your chances of seeing them increase exponentially if you sign up for one of the northern lights tours (small groups, best time from November to February).
But if you want to make the most of your winter experience, Alta has much more to offer than simply northern lights. Join an adrenaline-packed snowmobile safari through a stunning winter landscape and spend the night in a traditional Sami lavvo teepee. Or take the family on a dogsled tour of the Finnmarksvidda, the largest mountain plateau in Norway. Both of these activities provide unforgettable adventures through breathtaking winter scenery.
From ice hotel to ice fishing
If you want to experience the good life, spend a night in Sorrisniva, the northernmost ice hotel in the world or just enjoy a warm drink and a guided tour of the accommodations. For the more adventurous, strap on some snowshoes and venture out onto the ice and try your hand at ice fishing, either on your own or with a guide. Surprisingly enough, cycling is even a popular winter pastime in Alta, and there’s nothing quite like a ride through the beautiful scenery on a Fatbike. The bike’s extra-thick wheels and studded tires grip the road and ensure a safe trip.
The ice hotel in Sorrisniva. Photo: Visit Alta
If you want to experience a magical winter and take home priceless memories of incredible scenery, Alta, with its fantastic accommodations, food, and cultural activities, should be near the top of your list.
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Always included in your trip to Alta
At SAS, we want all our customers have a relaxed and comfortable journey, that’s why we offer certain customer benefits regardless of which ticket type you carry. Always included in your flight to Alta is easy online check-in, coffee & tea onboard and use of the SAS App.
If you’d like to travel in even more comfort, simply upgrade your current ticket to the next travel class for more benefits. This gives you access to Fast Track, SAS Lounges, priority boarding and included snacks & meals onboard.
| Included in your travel class: | SAS Go | SAS Plus | SAS Business* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24-hour money back guarantee | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Carry-on | LightYes* Smart/Pro1 x 8 kg |
2 x 8 kg* | 2 x 8 kg |
| Checked bag(s) | LightNo Smart/Pro1 x 23 kg |
Smart1 x 23 kg Pro2 x 23 kg |
2 x 32 kg |
| Fast track** | No | Yes | Yes |
| SAS Lounge** | For an additional fee | Yes | Yes |
| Food & beverages | Long distance flights to/from Asia, Canada and US:Yes Flights within Scandinavia/Europe:Can be pre-ordered |
Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | For an additional fee | For an additional fee | Yes |
*flights to/from Asia, Canada and US **When available
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