Hornafjörður Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 14h 58m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Hornafjörður Airport
Hornafjörður Airport or Hornafjordur Airport is an airport serving Höfn, Iceland. The airport is 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) north of the town. It is served by Icelandair with regular flights to Reykjavík Airport.
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Live weather
BIHNNOTAMs
BIHNReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ACC | REYKJAVIK CON | 119.700 MHz |
| AFIS | INFO | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIRD-FIR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| BID9SEA | Special use | Danger | FL055 | FL290 |
| BID21 | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Iceland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: NNW (from about 337.5°), on 12% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 73% | -1,263 ft | |
| Feb | 66% | -1,084 ft | |
| Mar | 67% | -1,144 ft | |
| Apr | 64% | -1,168 ft | |
| May | 63% | -753 ft | |
| Jun | 63% | -359 ft | |
| Jul | 61% | -141 ft | |
| Aug | 60% | -149 ft | |
| Sep | 65% | -351 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | -698 ft | |
| Nov | 67% | -1,055 ft | |
| Dec | 66% | -1,197 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,263–-141 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hornafjörður Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hornafjörður Airport?
The ICAO code for Hornafjörður Airport is BIHN, and its IATA code is HFN.
Where is Hornafjörður Airport located?
Hornafjörður Airport is medium airport located in Höfn, Iceland, at an elevation of 24 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Hornafjörður Airport have?
Hornafjörður Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,921 ft / 1,500 m.
What time zone is Hornafjörður Airport in?
Hornafjörður Airport is in the Atlantic/Reykjavik time zone (UTC).
What is the magnetic variation at Hornafjörður Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hornafjörður Airport is approximately 7.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hornafjörður Airport?
The nearest airport to Hornafjörður Airport is Svínafell Airport (BISN), about 6.5 nm to the nw, followed by Steinasandur Airport and Djúpivogur Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hornafjörður Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.