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Raufarhöfn Airport

Raufarhöfn, Iceland

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Raufarhöfn Airport

Raufarhöfn, Iceland
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Remote Arctic gateway serving Iceland's northeastern tip.

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Raufarhöfn, Iceland
Raufarhöfn Airport (IATA: RFN, ICAO: BIRG) is a small regional airport serving the remote fishing village of Raufarhöfn in northeastern Iceland. Located near the Arctic Circle, it is one of the most northerly airports in Iceland and serves a sparsely populated area of the country. The airport handles light aircraft and small regional traffic, primarily supporting the local community and occasional charter or air taxi operations. Scheduled commercial service has historically been limited or absent, reflecting the very small population of Raufarhöfn and the surrounding region. The airport plays a role in providing essential air access to a community that is otherwise geographically isolated, particularly during harsh winter conditions when road travel can be difficult.
Terminals
The airport has minimal facilities consistent with a small community airstrip, without a formal passenger terminal building.
Getting to & from
Ground transport into the village of Raufarhöfn is limited to private vehicles, as no regular public transit service operates from the airport.
Notable facts
  • ›Raufarhöfn is one of the northernmost settlements in Iceland, situated near the Arctic Circle.
  • ›The airport primarily serves general aviation and air taxi operations rather than scheduled commercial airlines.
  • ›The surrounding region is known for the Arctic Henge, a large pagan monument under construction near the town.
  • ›The village of Raufarhöfn has a population of fewer than 200 people.
  • ›Road access to Raufarhöfn can be challenging in winter, making the airport an important lifeline.
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Gateway to Iceland's remote Arctic Circle corner near the top

Raufarhöfn Airport is a small domestic airstrip serving the remote fishing village of Raufarhöfn in northeastern Iceland, one of the northernmost settlements in the country. The airport supports essential connectivity for a community that is otherwise accessible primarily by long drives along coastal roads. It plays a vital role in linking this isolated Arctic community to the broader Icelandic domestic air network.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A modest single-room facility handling the minimal passenger traffic of this remote domestic airstrip.
Ground Transport
  • Private car or local taxi arranged in advance
  • Self-drive rental (limited, must be pre-arranged)
  • Private transfer from Raufarhöfn village
Nearby Hotels
  • Hótel Norðurljós (Raufarhöfn)
  • Arctic Tern Guesthouse
Dining

There are no dining facilities inside the airstrip itself. The village of Raufarhöfn has a very small selection of local eateries and a general store where basic provisions can be obtained. Visitors are advised to bring supplies if they have specific dietary requirements.

Traveller Tips
  • Pre-arrange all ground transport before arrival as there are no on-demand taxi services in the village.
  • Check weather conditions carefully as Arctic fog and wind can cause flight disruptions with little notice.
  • Visit the Arctic Henge monument nearby, a striking landmark just outside the village.
  • Fuel and services are extremely limited — plan your stay and onward journey well in advance.
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Raufarhöfn Airport is an airport serving Raufarhöfn, Iceland. The runways are 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) south of the town.

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