Flying from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Kuopio.
Choose from 51 weekly Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 05:25 departure with Finnair is the earliest available. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 17:50.
Your KUO to HEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Flying into Helsinki (and then exploring more of Finland!) is a snap with Finnair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Finnair.
Finnair stands out as the most punctual carrier for KUO to HEL flights, with 83.94% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is R 1,272. A return plane ticket right now is R 2,493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from KUO to HEL by booking at least seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Kuopio Airport (KUO)
Kuopio Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 83.94% of flights that depart KUO reach their destination on time.
Kuopio Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Kuopio. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you want somewhere to stay before your flight from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, have a look at Spa Hotel Kunnonpaikka. It's a quick drive from KUO.
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel near HEL if you're catching a late Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Kuopio Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KUO to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland waiting to be discovered. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
