Cheap flights to Finland
Finland is a country of long distances, so cheap flights to Finland should be booked with the arrival airport in mind. Helsinki handles most international arrivals, while regional airports such as Rovaniemi, Kittila, Ivalo and Kuusamo bring travellers closer to the north. For a city break, Helsinki works well; for Lapland or remote regions, a direct regional flight can save a long onward journey. Check where you need to be before comparing flight options, then allow time for transfers and luggage after landing.
Cities with flights
Gateways
Helsinki is the main gateway, with the widest range of arrivals and onward links to the rest of Finland. Turku and Tampere suit west and central Finland, while Oulu, Vaasa and Kuopio open different coastal and inland regions. Rovaniemi, Kittila, Ivalo, Kuusamo, Kemi/Tornio and Kajaani bring travellers closer to northern Finland, where onward journeys can be long. Match the airport to the first night's address before comparing flight options.
Before you go: Finland
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Language
- Swedish, Finnish
- Emergency number
- 112
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +358
- Internet domain
- .fi
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
Country facts: Wikidata
When to go
Quieter periods can suit city breaks and flexible itineraries, with less crowded airports and more room to plan around daylight. School holidays, Christmas and the Finnish summer usually bring more travellers, especially towards the north. Winter trips need warm clothing and realistic transfer times, while summer offers long evenings and easier road travel. Check local transport schedules before booking, since smaller airports and routes can have limited evening services.