Flying from Kajaani Airport (KAJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Kajaani.
Each week, there are 11 Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. If you want to be on board early, opt for the 05:20 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 19:20 with Finnair.
To ensure you get on your KAJ to HEL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Finnair offers direct flights from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Finnair.
The most punctual carrier offering KAJ to HEL flights is Finnair. Its services arrive without delay 73.85% of the time.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Many passengers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol when flying between KAJ and HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kajaani Airport (KAJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
R 982 is the lowest price for a one-way Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,970. These prices may change depending on demand.
To secure cheap tickets from KAJ to HEL, reserve your journey nine months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Finding cheap flights from KAJ to HEL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Kajaani Airport (KAJ)
73.85% of flights that leave from Kajaani Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Kajaani Airport from central Kajaani, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport off to a relaxed start. Only a short drive from KAJ, stay at Hotel Kajanus and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HEL if you're taking a late Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When travelling on 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 Kajaani 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 faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Kajaani Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KAJ to HEL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to tick off its leading sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Finland, consider Tampere, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are key reasons to visit.