Helsinki Airport
General information
Helsinki has a population of 630,000 and is the capital of Finland. The largest airport in the country is north of the city and consists of two terminals and three runways. Since July 2015 it is possible to travel by train from the airport to the city.
Location
Where is Helsinki Airport situated?
Helsinki Airport is located in the city of Vantaa, north of Helsinki. By car, the airport is easily accessible through Finnish national road 45 and the E18.
How many terminals does Helsinki Airport have?
The airport consists of two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are interconnected. Much has been done in recent years to modernize and expand the airport. Terminal 1 has been expanded on the south side, Terminal 2 is much larger than before due to the new Plaza (Aukio), West Pier and South Pier. The airport’s annual capacity is now 30 million passengers per year.
Source of image: Finavia Corporation
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Helsinki Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in Finland.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Tallinn Airport (Estonia) | 101km |
| Tampere Airport | 142km |
| Turku Airport | 149km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Helsinki Airport to the centre of Helsinki is 20 kilometres. By car, it takes 25 minutes to get to the centre of Helsinki.
From HEL Airport to Helsinki City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Helsinki Airport by public transport. If you opt for public transport to and from Helsinki Airport you can travel by train and bus. Visit the Helsinki Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Helsinki Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Helsinki is about € 45.-. Book your taxi at Helsinki Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From HEL Airport to Helsinki City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Helsinki Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Helsinki Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Helsinki Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Helsinki Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
Looking for departure times and/or arrival times? Find the latest flight status information for flights departing from and arriving at Helsinki Airport.
Flight tickets
Looking for a cheap flight? Use our flight search engine to find and book cheap flights from and to the airport.
Which airlines fly from and to Helsinki Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Helsinki Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- Finnair
- Norwegian
- Scandinavian Airlines
- Lufthansa
- TUI Airways
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
Looking for the best hotels near Helsinki Airport? We have selected the best hotels near the airport in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Hotels in Helsinki
Looking for the best hotels in Helsinki? We have selected the best hotels in the city in different price ranges. Take a look at our accommodations page for more information.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Helsinki Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Reviews
Have you visited Helsinki Airport lately? So far, 2 airport passengers have written an airport review about Helsinki Airport. This airport has an average score of 3 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport reviews
The airport services are really bad ! They renewed it but no indication for customs and tax free and for the baggage check before the gates there were only 3 belts open among 20 and more that are there! Very bad
Very comfortable airport. Small, but convenient and clean with all you need. Free WiFi, good food locations and easy to navigate. Tip: nice outdoor terrace at the bar at the far end.