Where can I rent a car in Lofoten?
Rental companies at Svolvær, Leknes and Evenes airports.
Short answer
In Lofoten you can rent a car at the two airports, Svolvær and Leknes, where Avinor lists Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Sixt. You can also fly to Harstad/Narvik Airport Evenes, which lies outside Lofoten itself. Avinor lists Avis, Hertz, Budget, Sixt and Enterprise there.
Why
- Avinor, which runs the airports, lists Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Sixt at Svolvær Airport, each with its own phone number.
- Avinor lists the same four companies, Avis, Hertz, Europcar and Sixt, at Leknes Airport.
- Lofoten lies in Nordland, where cars must have at least 3 mm tread depth on their tyres in winter, from 16 October to 30 April.
Details
Phone numbers listed by Avinor at Svolvær: Avis 76 07 11 40, Hertz 951 38 500, Europcar 954 50 620 and Sixt 760 70 600. At Leknes: Avis 76 08 01 04, Hertz 900 34 992, Europcar 99 30 98 00 and Sixt 760 70 600. Avinor does not give opening hours, so check with the company before a late arrival.
Tip
Book the car before you travel, especially for summer, and ask the company whether the desk is staffed when your flight lands.
What may differ
In winter, studded tyres may be used in Nordland from 16 October to 30 April, and outside those dates when road conditions require it.
People also ask
- Where can I hire a car in Svolvær?
- Which car rental companies operate in Lofoten?
Sources
- Avinor: Car rental at Svolvær AirportChecked at:
- Avinor: Car rental at Leknes AirportChecked at:
- Avinor: Car rental at Harstad/Narvik Airport EvenesChecked at:
- Norwegian Public Roads Administration: Winter tyresChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Rental companies and contact details can change, so check Avinor before you travel.
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