Helsinki-Vantaa Airport Home Page

Introduction

Helsinki Airport (HEL) is Finland's busiest airport, handling around 13 million passengers each year to around 100 domestic and international destinations. Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport hosts 28 scheduled and 10 charter airlines, and is the base for Finnish national carrier Finnair.

Located 11 miles (18 kilometres) north of Helsinki, six kilometers from the Vantaa town of Tikkurila, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport provides fast and efficient transport links into Finland's capital city by Finnair and local buses or taxi. A new rail connection to downtown Helsinki is currently under development, whilst a choice of car rental companies based at the airport allow passengers to reach Helsinki in about 30 minutes.

Helsinki-Vantaa is a modern, spacious airport providing comprehensive facilities and services for leisure and business travelers, plus baby changing, first aid and special needs amenities. ATMs, banks, restaurants, bars and duty-free, news and gift shops. Traveller surveys consistently highlight HEL Airport's excellent service levels and friendly staff.

Expansion of the International Flights Terminal and opening of a new shopping area for long-haul passengers was completed in 2004.

Helsinki World Airport Guide provides you with access to a complete selection of Helsinki Airport hotels.Utilize the discounts offered directly from the hotel, with the assurance of secure booking. Extra services include airport car rental, airport car parking and flights to and from Helsinki Airport.