Airports Near Gävle
The closest airports to Gävle, Sweden: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Gävle, Sweden is Gavle Sandviken Airport (GVX), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVX | Gavle Sandviken AirportGavle / Sandviken, Sweden | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Regional |
| SOO | Soderhamn AirportSoderhamn, Sweden | 40 mi / 65 km | 1 hr 12 min | Regional |
| ARN | Stockholm-Arlanda AirportStockholm, Sweden | 76 mi / 122 km | 1 hr 46 min | International |
| VST | Stockholm Vasteras AirportStockholm / Vasteras, Sweden | 77 mi / 124 km | 1 hr 47 min | Regional |
| EKT | Eskilstuna AirportEskilstuna, Sweden | 93 mi / 149 km | 2 hr 9 min | Regional |
| BMA | Stockholm-Bromma AirportStockholm, Sweden | 95 mi / 153 km | 2 hr 13 min | Regional |
| ORB | Orebro AirportOrebro, Sweden | 124 mi / 199 km | 2 hr 52 min | Regional |
| SDL | Sundsvall-Harnosand AirportSundsvall/ Harnosand, Sweden | 129 mi / 207 km | 2 hr 59 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Gavle Sandviken Airport (GVX) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Stockholm-Arlanda Airport (ARN) (76 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Gävle. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with GVX.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near GVX saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Gävle is Gavle Sandviken Airport (GVX), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road.