Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuopio Airport (KUO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour.
You can choose from 76 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport flights. The 06:50 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight available. Finnair operates the latest service of the day at 23:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HEL to KUO flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Kuopio — and maybe even more of Finland if time allows.
Finnair tops the list for bookings on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering HEL to KUO flights is Finnair. Its services arrive without delay 71.08% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kuopio Airport (KUO)
At the moment, R 1,154 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,308. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from HEL to KUO by booking nine months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of the departures from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Kuopio Airport (KUO)
Consider staying at Spa Hotel Kunnonpaikka after your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport flight. It's a short drive from KUO and a handy option if you'd like to freshen up right away.
Grab a Kuopio Airport rental car and discover Kuopio and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the lowest possible price, book your vehicle from Kuopio Airport at least a couple of weeks ahead. Rates generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to central Kuopio
From Kuopio Airport, Kuopio is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
When to fly to Kuopio Airport (KUO)
February is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Kuopio in July.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kuopio Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Kuopio, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to KUO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Kuopio has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Finland you'll want to see. Around 338 kilometres south-west of Kuopio, a trip to Helsinki will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum.
Espoo is another essential stop in Finland and is around 338 kilometres south-west of Kuopio. No trip is complete without seeing Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.