Travel guide · Norway
Lofoten: what to see and when to go
The Lofoten Islands are a chain of jagged peaks rising from the Norwegian Sea above the Arctic Circle, with red fishing cabins, white beaches and turquoise water. They are made for hiking, photography and watching the northern lights dance over the mountains.
What to see and do in Lofoten
Reine and Hamnøy
Red rorbu cabins on stilts beneath dramatic peaks.
Reinebringen
A steep stone staircase up to the islands' most famous view.
The beaches
Haukland and Uttakleiv: white sand and turquoise water, cold but beautiful.
Henningsvær
A fishing village spread over small islands, with a football pitch on the rocks.
Å and the stockfish
The village at the end of the road, with cod drying on wooden racks and a fishing museum.
Best time to go
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 hr, 15 min | ≈ €190 · See flights |
| New York | 8 hr | ≈ €470 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 10 hr, 45 min | ≈ €550 · See flights |
| Dubai | 7 hr, 45 min | ≈ €450 · See flights |
| Singapore | 13 hr, 15 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Sydney | 20 hr, 15 min | ≈ €770 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €560 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Norway
- Currency
- Norwegian Krone
- Good for
- nature · mountains · wild
- How long to stay
- 4–7 days
- Where to stay
- A rorbu in Reine or Hamnøy for the west; Svolvær or Henningsvær for the middle of the chain.Find a place to stay in Lofoten
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Lofoten and when should you go?
Average highs range from -1° in January to 14° in July.
How many days do you need in Lofoten?
4 to 7 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Lofoten cost?
Accommodation runs at around €120 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €560 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 3 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Lofoten?
A rorbu in Reine or Hamnøy for the west; Svolvær or Henningsvær for the middle of the chain.
