Honningsvåg is a port of call for Hurtigruten Coastal Express and cruise ships, especially in the summer months.

The ice-free ocean (the southwestern part of the Barents Sea) provides rich fisheries and tourism is also important to the town.

[4] The famous dog Bamse that became the mascot of the Free Norwegian Forces during the Second World War came from Honningsvåg.

Honningsvåg is one of the main stops of the Hurtigruten coastal ships on their lengthy route along the Norwegian coast between Kirkenes in the north and Bergen in the south.

The northbound ships to Kirkenes dock in the port from 11:15 to 14:45, generating heavy tourist activity in the city.

The Honningsvåg Airport, located 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) north of the town, offer flights mainly to Tromsø, with connecting service to Oslo.

Located on the coast, Honningsvåg can experience strong winter storms and blizzard conditions, sometimes closing the road connection.