Flying from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO): What you need to know
You can take your pick of a range of airports when planning a flight from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO). Explore your options for departing London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) also service London.
The timezone in Kuopio is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Kuopio Airport is located in Kuopio.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from London to KUO.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you want to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to KUO.
LHR is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
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Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
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69.26% of flights departing London Gatwick Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can reserve a plane ticket from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO) leaving from Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a major connection point.
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
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The on-time performance record of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights that depart this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Kuopio Airport (KUO)
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Getting from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to central Kuopio
Kuopio Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Kuopio. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO)
R 2,586 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from London to Kuopio Airport. A return flight starts at R 4,749. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to KUO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your London to Kuopio Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London to Kuopio Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Kuopio Airport (KUO). June is when most people visit Kuopio. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in July.
Before locking in your London to KUO plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Kuopio, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 25ºC (77ºF).
January has temperatures of between -16ºC (3ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Kuopio Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Kuopio
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Kuopio right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from London to Kuopio Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Puijo Nature Trails, Jatkankamppa Smoke Sauna and Kuopio Harbour are top attractions which should feature on any good Kuopio itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuopio. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you want to check out another great destination in Finland, head for Oulu, about 257 kilometres north-west of Kuopio. Rotuaari Promenade, Oulu Cathedral and Vanha kappeli are key highlights.
