Gateway to Gotland, Sweden's historic island retreat.
Opened
1940
Location
Visby, Sweden
Visby Airport (IATA: VBY, ICAO: ESSV) is the primary commercial airport serving Visby, the capital of Gotland, Sweden's largest island in the Baltic Sea. It provides essential air links between the island and mainland Sweden, particularly to Stockholm, making it a vital transport node for both residents and tourists.
The airport sees significant seasonal traffic fluctuations, with passenger numbers rising sharply during summer months when tourists flock to Gotland's medieval old town, beaches, and annual Medieval Week festival. It is operated by Swedavia, the Swedish state-owned airport operator.
Given Gotland's island geography, the airport plays a critical role in the region's connectivity, complementing the ferry services that run between Visby and Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn on the Swedish mainland.
Terminals
The airport operates a single terminal building handling all passenger traffic.
Getting to & from
Bus services connect Visby Airport to the city center of Visby, with taxi services also available at the terminal.
Airlines here
BRA (Braathens Regional Airlines) and SAS have historically operated routes from Visby, primarily connecting to Stockholm Arlanda and other Swedish cities.
Notable facts
- ›Visby Airport is one of the airports managed by Swedish state airport operator Swedavia.
- ›The airport is located approximately 3 kilometers north of Visby city center.
- ›Passenger traffic peaks heavily in summer due to Gotland's popularity as a tourist destination.
- ›The airport serves as a critical lifeline for Gotland residents, especially during periods of rough sea conditions affecting ferry services.
- ›Visby's UNESCO-listed medieval town wall and old city make it one of Sweden's most visited destinations, driving airport demand.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
