It is also known as Sola Airport, and was opened way back in 1937, by the then King Haakon VII. With taxis being very expensive, it can be cost effective to hire a rental car.
For example, a taxi from the airport to downtown Stavanger, a mere ten miles away, will cost you more than EUR40. The airport is serviced by Flybussen, who offer Airport Express coaches, that link the airport to the town of Stavanger.
Now, it offers a great financial centre along with gives travellers the ability to rest before making a journey into the last inhabited areas of Norway. This is a great place to begin your adventure into the unknown and make sure you're ready to enjoy one of the most nature-filled countries in Europe.

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Stavanger Touring Suggestions
Stavanger makes a great starting point for people deciding to head north. While in Stavanger, one can head to the iconic Lysefjord or to the mountains of Preikestolen and Kjerag. To get to the Lysefjord, one would take Fv661 and hop on the Stavanger-Tau ferry. This trip in total takes around 2 hours and gives a great glimpse of the water system that runs throughout Norway.
To get to the mountains of Preikestolen, you'd hop on Rv13 and E39 for about an hour and a half. Once finished, you will be at the gateway to places like Pulpit Rock, Norway's most famous attraction.
Oddly enough, many people don't know that Norway is considered to have one of the best beaches in the world and has been ranked higher than some places like Thailand and Spain. Solastranden is Norway's best beach, and to get to Sola Beach from Stavanger is a quick and easy 20-minute drive along E39 and Rv509.
Another popular route is to head from Stavanger to Bergen while admiring the views of rivers and waterfalls along the National Tourist Route Ryfylke. It is an easy day trip and worth looking into.
Stavanger Tourism
To get the latest tourist information on Stavanger, check the
Visit Norway website, and find out about fjord cruising, camping, bird and whale watching, and when and where best to go experience the Northern Lights.
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21st May 2020