Göteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) is the primary international gateway to Gothenburg and the western parts of Sweden. Located about 20 kilometers from Gothenburg, the airport offers both domestic and international flights to destinations around the world. Established in 1977, Göteborg Landvetter Airport was built to replace the older Torslanda Airport, and today it stands as Sweden's second-largest airport handling millions of passengers every year.
Major airlines at the airport – SAS and Norwegian
Although not officially a hub for any airline, Göteborg Landvetter serves as an important base for several carriers including Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) and Norwegian Air Shuttle. The airport offers direct flights throughout Europe and also connects to several long-haul destinations.
See airlines operating at Göteborg Landvetter Airport
How to check in at GOT
When checking in at Landvetter Airport, you can choose between three different options. The first alternative is to check in online, which is offered by many major airlines. Normally this opens 24-48 hours before departure. You can also check in using the automated machines found right in the main area when accessing the airport. This is also where you print your bag tags if you check in online. The last option is to check in at the counter – which check-in counter is the right one for your flight is easy to find thanks to the airport flight boards.
Terminal layout and gates
Landvetter Airport consists of just one terminal that is divided into two primary sections. Below we explain a little more about each section.
Domestic section: This part of the terminal concentrates on flights within Sweden and here you find gates 12 to 17.
International section: The international part of Landvetter Airport is located to the left of the duty free area. Here you also find three gates that are used for flights outside the Schengen area, which is accessible by passing through immigration.
Dining options at the airport
Göteborg Landvetter Airport offers a range of dining options – here you can learn a little more about some of the most popular options.
Bastard Burgers: Found after security is this popular restaurant that serves New York inspired burgers.
Barino Italian Inspired Cuisine: If you prefer the flavors of Italy, this restaurant serves both food, drinks and coffee options.
Espresso House: Find good coffee and lighter meals at Espresso House which is located after security.
Lounges at Göteborg Landvetter Airport
If you care to relax before your flight, the airport features two main lounges – The Lounge and SAS Star Alliance Lounge. The Lounge is accessible to business class travelers and select card holders, while SAS Star Alliance Lounge is available to SAS business class passengers and frequent flyers. You can also access the lounge if you are a member of Star Alliance Gold.
Transportation to and from the airport
Göteborg Landvetter is well-connected to the central parts of Gothenburg by various modes of transportation.
Bus: The Flygbussarna airport coaches run regularly between the airport and Gothenburg city center, with a ticket price of approximately SEK 120.
Taxi: Fixed-rate taxis are available, costing around SEK 420-450 to the city center.
Ride-sharing: Services like Uber operate at the airport, with average fares to central Gothenburg around SEK 350, depending on traffic and time of day.
If you prefer to drive on your own, there is also a great possibility of renting a car at the airport. Here you find the majority of the larger car rental companies – check out the following link to see all available options.
Rent a car at Göteborg Landvetter Airport
Parking when traveling from GOT
When arriving at the airport by car, there are several options to choose from when it comes to parking. There is express parking both inside and outside where you pay by the day – normally the prices are around SEK 200-300. You can also choose between a number of long-term parking lots where you pay by the week. Depending on how close to the airport you want to park, the prices range from SEK 650 to 900 per week.
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