Kristiansand Airport – KRS Kristiansand
Kristiansand Airport with airport code KRS is an international airport in the city of Kristiansand, Norway. This is city the fifth largest in Norway. Currently, the airport is operated by Avinor, which is state owned. The city also houses the sole airport for Southern Norway. It is currently serving over a million of passengers. The facility is also being used as a training center for Royal Norwegian Air Force. During the early years of KRS, it is only providing domestic services. The location of the airport has forced the airport to receive international routes until 2004.
Best Time to Visit
KRS-Kristiansand airport first started as a water aerodrome and this was built by the Royal Norwegian Navy Air Service. Originally, the airport was a 130 ft concrete runaway and it was connected by 12m taxiway. There is a terminal building made from wood and a wooden house for its restaurant. Aside from airplanes, the airport also served Seaplanes. The present airport was opened in 1939. This is the same day as Oslo Airport. The airplane to land on the runway is from KLM. The first international flight from Oslo to Amsterdam is through the airport. Cities surrounding the airport include Arendal and Faervik.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Kristiansand Airport (KRS) has nearby hotels with great amenities. The Comfort Hotel Kristiansand is located in a prime site, just 4km away from the airport, which is perfect for family travelers. You can also stay at the Scandic Sorlandet, which is just a few minutes from top attractions in the city. This is also a family friendly accommodation. Or you can choose the Clarion Hotel Ernst, which is found in the city center and it said to be the coolest hotel in the city because of its structure.
On this page it is easy to search for Kristiansand, Norway airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels,
resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Kristiansand, Norway (KRS-Kjevik) airport
area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the KRS airport.
Most of these KRS
hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed
and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Kristiansand, Norway
motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of.
Map of Kristiansand, Norway Hotels
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Weather Forecast for Kristiansand, Norway (KRS-Kjevik)
If you planning to travel to Kristiansand, Norway (KRS-Kjevik), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay.
Start your day when the sunrises at 2:49 AM.
The temperature feels like 61.849999999999994 with a humidity level of 52 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 28 percent with visibility at 15 percent.
Today’s UV index is 6, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling northeast at a speed of 15 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 8:03 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
5/22
Scattered clouds
64°F
High: 70°F
Low: 61°F
Precipitation: 0%
Thursday
5/23
Broken clouds
64°F
High: 68°F
Low: 57°F
Precipitation: 35%
Friday
5/24
Light shower rain
61°F
High: 64°F
Low: 54°F
Precipitation: 70%
Saturday
5/25
Broken clouds
63°F
High: 69°F
Low: 55°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday
5/26
Heavy rain
64°F
High: 71°F
Low: 58°F
Precipitation: 95%
Monday
5/27
Moderate rain
65°F
High: 70°F
Low: 57°F
Precipitation: 80%
FAQs
What are the most common amenities for Kristiansand, Norway KRS airport hotels?
Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free KRS airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning,
late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like
free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast
and Complimentary Breakfast.
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