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Kalmar Airport

Kalmar, Sweden

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Kalmar Airport

Kalmar, Sweden
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Routes out
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Destinations
ESMQ
ICAO
17 ft
Elevation
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Regional gateway serving southeastern Sweden's Baltic coast.

Opened
1935
Location
Kalmar, Sweden
Kalmar Airport (IATA: KLR, ICAO: ESMQ) is a regional airport serving the city of Kalmar in southeastern Sweden, situated along the Baltic coast near the Øresund region. It provides essential air connectivity for the Kalmar County area, linking the region to Stockholm and other domestic destinations. The airport handles a modest volume of passengers annually, serving primarily leisure and business travelers in the region. Its operations are oriented around domestic Swedish routes, with Scandinavian carriers providing the bulk of scheduled services. Kalmar is also notable for its proximity to the island of Öland, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making the airport a convenient entry point for tourists visiting the area during summer months.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling both departures and arrivals in a compact, regional layout.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 5 kilometres west of Kalmar city centre and is served by bus connections and taxi services.
Airlines here
Amapola Flyg has operated routes on behalf of BRA (Braathens Regional Airlines) connecting Kalmar to Stockholm Arlanda.
Notable facts
  • ›Kalmar Airport is one of Sweden's smaller regional airports, serving Kalmar County in southeastern Sweden.
  • ›The airport provides access to the UNESCO-listed agricultural landscape of southern Öland.
  • ›It has a single runway designated 03/21.
  • ›The airport is owned and operated by Kalmar kommun (municipality).
  • ›Kalmar Castle, a well-preserved Renaissance castle, is one of the major attractions accessible via the airport.
Official website Wikipedia
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Gateway to Sweden's Baltic Coast and historic Kalmar city

Kalmar Airport is a small regional airport serving the city of Kalmar in southeastern Sweden, situated near the famous Öresund-adjacent Baltic coastline. It has served the region for decades, connecting locals and visitors to Stockholm and other Swedish hubs. The airport plays a modest but important role in linking this culturally rich area, home to Kalmar Castle, to the rest of Scandinavia.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A single compact terminal handling all passenger arrivals and departures with basic amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Local bus services connecting the airport to Kalmar city centre
  • Taxi services available outside the terminal
  • Car rental desks available at the terminal
  • Private transfers bookable in advance
Nearby Hotels
  • Clarion Collection Hotel Packhuset
  • First Hotel Witt Kalmar
  • Scandic Kalmar Väst
  • Hotel Svanen
Dining

The airport terminal offers limited food and beverage options given its small size, typically a café or light snack bar for departing passengers. A wider selection of restaurants and cafés can be found in Kalmar city centre, about 8 kilometres away, featuring local Swedish cuisine and waterfront dining near the castle.

Traveller Tips
  • Arrive early as the terminal is small and security can occasionally be slower during peak periods.
  • Pre-book your taxi or rental car, as on-demand availability can be limited at this regional airport.
  • Kalmar Castle is just a short drive from the airport and well worth a visit before or after your flight.
  • Check bus schedules in advance, as public transport frequency may be reduced during evenings and weekends.
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Route map (2 destinations)

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Routes

KLR → BMADC · S20
KLR → ARNSK · 736 AT7 73W
KLR → BMATF · S20
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Kalmar Airport
Encyclopaedia

Kalmar Airport, branded as Kalmar Öland Airport, is an airport in south-eastern Sweden. The airport is located 5 kilometres west of downtown Kalmar. The airfield was originally the home of the Kalmar Wing. The airport is owned by Kalmar Municipality and Kalmar County.

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