Alta is a northern-lights destination in Finnmark, and its airport is only about 2 km from town. For private jet charter at Alta Airport, business jets can use a 2,254-metre runway, with Widerøe Ground Handling as the handling agent.
The control tower keeps varied hours through the week, and customs needs 48 hours’ notice.
Charter-A makes the customs notice and handling request and confirms the plan at booking. General aviation parking is east of the terminal building. One published source says customs is not available at Alta, so Charter-A confirms the position before you fly.
Flying privately to Alta
Runway 11/29 is 2,254 m by 45 m asphalt, suitable for business jets. Tower hours vary: Mon–Fri 05:15–00:05, Sat 10:00–20:00, and Sun 07:00–08:00 and 10:00–00:05 local. General aviation parking is east of the terminal building, and Widerøe Ground Handling is the handling agent. Customs is on request with 48 hours’ notice via the handler. One published source says customs is not available at Alta, so Charter-A confirms it before you fly. Charter-A will confirm timings at booking. Handling requests go through Widerøe Ground Handling.
Alta airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (383 KB)Alta Airport at a glance
| Location | Altagårdskogen 32, Alta, 9515 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO ENAT · IATA ALF |
| Region | Finnmark (Arctic Norway), Norway |
| Nearest city | Alta — About 2 km from Alta town |
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri 05:15–00:05, Sat 10:00–20:00, Sun 07:00–08:00 and 10:00–00:05 local (control tower). Customs needs 48 hours’ notice. |
| Customs & immigration | On request – 48 hours’ notice via handler |
| Runway | 11/29 – 2,254 m × 45 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — business jets |
| Handling / FBO | Widerøe Ground Handling |
| Private terminal | General aviation parking is east of the terminal building. Widerøe Ground Handling +47 41 70 69 95. |
| Airport website | avinor.no |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (aim-prod.avinor.no, avinor.no). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Alta
Alta is in Finnmark, in Arctic Norway, and it is known for the northern lights in winter and for its rock carvings, which are a World Heritage Site. The airport is about 2 km from Alta town. Visitors come for the aurora, the winter landscape and, in summer, the long daylight.
Private jet flight times to Alta
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 1,285 nm · 2,380 km | 3 hr 55 min | 3 hr 20 min |
| Manchester | 1,215 nm · 2,250 km | 3 hr 45 min | 3 hr 10 min |
| Edinburgh | 1,095 nm · 2,030 km | 3 hr 25 min | 2 hr 50 min |
| Paris | 1,395 nm · 2,590 km | 4 hr 15 min | 3 hr 35 min |
| Geneva | 1,515 nm · 2,800 km | 4 hr 35 min | 3 hr 50 min |
| Nice | 1,655 nm · 3,060 km | 5 hr | 4 hr 10 min |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Alta is a sector of about 1,290 nautical miles. Midsize jets and super midsize jets fly it non-stop; smaller jets may add a fuel stop. Heavy jets suit larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Alta: your questions answered
Can a private jet land at Alta Airport?
Yes. Runway 11/29 is 2,254 metres long and takes business jets. Charter-A confirms handling and customs with the handler at booking. Wingspans are checked at booking.
Does Alta Airport have customs?
Customs is on request with 48 hours’ notice via the handler, although one published source says it is not available. Charter-A confirms the position before you fly.
How far is Alta Airport from Alta?
About 2 km from the town, so the road transfer is short. Charter-A can help with onward transfers once the flight is confirmed.
How long is the flight from London to Alta by private jet?
About 3 hr 55 min in a light jet and 3 hr 20 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 1,285 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Alta Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Alta Airport is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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