Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands

LOCAL TIME:
GMT+1
LANGUAGE:
Norwegian
FLIGHT TIME FROM UK:
3 to 4 Hrs
CURRENCY:
NOK

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands is a group of two territories located in the Arctic Ocean, between Norway and the North Pole. Svalbard is an archipelago, while Jan Mayen Island is a volcanic island. Both territories have a combined population of less than 3,000 people.

The official language of Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands is Norwegian. The currency used in Svalbard is the Norwegian krone (NOK), while in Jan Mayen Island, the currency is not in use as it has no permanent population.

As Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands are sparsely populated and have no international airport, there are no direct flights from the UK. The nearest airport to Svalbard is Longyearbyen Airport (LYR), which can be reached via a connecting flight from Oslo or Tromsø. The flight time from Oslo to Longyearbyen is approximately 3 hours.

Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands are in the GMT+1 time zone, which is 1 hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.

As mentioned, Svalbard and Jan Mayen Islands do not have an international airport. Longyearbyen Airport is the only airport serving Svalbard and is located approximately 3 kilometers northwest of the town of Longyearbyen. The address of Longyearbyen Airport is Postboks 103, 9171 Longyearbyen, Norway.

Top Local Attractions

Arctic Wildlife

Svalbard is home to a variety of Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, Arctic foxes, reindeer, and walruses. Visitors can take guided tours or go on wildlife safaris to see these majestic creatures up close and in their natural habitats.

Northern Lights

Svalbard is one of the best places in the world to see the Northern Lights. From late September to early April, visitors can witness the mesmerizing Aurora Borealis dance across the night sky.

Glacier Hiking

Svalbard is home to many glaciers, and visitors can take guided tours to explore these icy wonders. Experienced guides can take visitors on hikes and walks on the glaciers, providing a unique and unforgettable experience.
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