Grundarfjörður Airport – GUU
The Grundarfjörður Airport is a small airport and one of the 38 airports in Iceland. The airport is located on a peninsula five miles north of Grundarfjörður and serves the town and the nearby places. The Grundarfjörður Airport, which has GUU as its IATA code is a public type airport. It takes passengers to and from Grundarfjörður town. As of this time, the airport is operating as a public and commercial facility.
Best Time to Visit
GUU - Grundarfjörður Airport’s total area is suitable for a small type airport and has an elevation of 17 feet above mean sea level. It has one runway with asphalt as its surface. The airport is close to one of Iceland’s most visited places, which is Stykkisholmur. Stykkisholmur is surrounded by beautiful views of many islands and it also serves as their gateway. Natural beauty and wildlife are the main attractions of the town. Island touring can be done through kayaking and tour boating. The town is also home to three museums namely; The Volcano Museum, The Norwegian House, and The Library of Water. You can easily drive to the tourists' sites of Stykkisholmur from the airport.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are many hotels and accommodations around the airport, which include the Kirkjufell Hotel, Grund i Grundarfirdi, and the Grundarfjordur Youth Hostel. These hotels are located just a few minute drive from the airport and offer outstanding amenities.
An alternative airport to GUU Airport is the Búðardalur Airport (BQD).
