Flights to the Faroe Islands: airlines, routes and connections
Which airlines fly to the Faroe Islands, the seasonal direct flights from Barcelona and Mallorca, and how to connect from the Americas.
All international flights land at Vágar airport (code FAE), on the island of Vágar, the country’s only international airport. From there, the capital, Tórshavn, is about 45 minutes by car.
Airlines that fly to the Faroe Islands
| Airline | From | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Airways (the Faroese airline) | Copenhagen, and also Denmark, Scotland, Iceland and Norway | Copenhagen: at least 2 flights a day all year. Others: depending on the season |
| Atlantic Airways | Barcelona and Mallorca | Only in season (summer) |
| SAS | Copenhagen | Every day except Tuesdays and Wednesdays |
| Widerøe | Bergen (Norway) | At least 2 flights a week (Mondays and Fridays) |
| Icelandair | North America, via Reykjavík | 5 or 6 a week, from May to October |
From Spain
- Seasonal direct flight from Barcelona: Atlantic Airways operates the route in summer, usually once a week, with a flight time of about 3 h 25 min. In 2026 it flew every Wednesday until 23 September, according to Atlantic Airways.
- Seasonal flight from Mallorca, also with Atlantic Airways.
- Outside summer, or if you are leaving from another city: fly to Copenhagen and connect with Atlantic Airways or SAS.
From the Americas
There are no direct flights. The usual way is:
- Fly to Copenhagen (or to another major European city with a connection to Copenhagen).
- Connect with Atlantic Airways or SAS to Vágar.
From North America, another option in season is to fly with Icelandair via Reykjavík.
Remember that the Faroe Islands are not in Schengen: check the entry requirements for your nationality before you buy your ticket.
From the airport to Tórshavn
- By hire car: most companies hand over the car at the airport. You will go through the Vágar subsea tunnel, which has a toll.
- By bus: route 300 links the airport with Tórshavn. Check timetables on ssl.fo.
Frequently asked questions
Are there direct flights from Spain to the Faroe Islands?
Yes, seasonal ones. Atlantic Airways flies direct from Barcelona and Mallorca in summer, usually once a week. The rest of the year you have to change planes, almost always in Copenhagen.
How do I get there from the Americas?
With a connection in Europe. The most common is Copenhagen, from where Atlantic Airways flies at least twice a day all year. From North America you can also connect through Reykjavík with Icelandair in season.
How long is the flight from Copenhagen?
Atlantic Airways and Widerøe flights to the islands do not usually take more than two hours.