Flights to Finland

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With almost 70% of the country still enveloped by trees, it is easy to assume that Finland and its people have remained old-fashioned. And yet, although the country has only a few towns scattered over its majestic landscape, it has a modern and well-organized airport as well as other facilities. Its people enjoy a high level of comfort in comparison with other Nordic nationalities. In many ways Finland has become a model for other countries, Nordic or otherwise.

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Finland used to be considered one of the most expensive countries to travel to, but in recent years, it has become cheaper than travel to Norway and Sweden. Travelers who wish to fly to Finland on a budget are well advised to book flights to more minor airports such as Kitilla to save money on expenses, as compared to cities like Tampere and Helsinki. With the luscious scenery throughout the country, travelers will still be able to enjoy the best the town has to offer including areas for cross-country and downhill skiing. Since the population in Kittila is sparse, buses are not common. Renting a car is recommended to explore the town and nearby areas.

Airports

There are several international airports in Finland. Helsinki-Vantaa is the main airport, located twelve miles north of the city, and this is where most international flights land. Other major international airports include Turku, Tampere and Rovaniemi. The Tampere-Pirkkala is the second busiest airport, with the third highest number of international flights. Rovaniemi Airport is the fourth largest and is located near the Santa Claus Village and Santapark. Turku Airport is the fifth largest with a separate terminal for the exclusive use of budget aircraft.

Airlines

Finland has several airlines including Finnair, Finncomm Airlines, and Copterline, among others. Finnair is the largest and official airline; Fincomm is a regional carrier; Copterline is the largest helicopter carrier.

Other Money-Saving Tips

Those who wish to travel to Finland can take advantage of diverse promos. Children under twelve as well as seniors can receive a 70% reduction in ticket prices. Young people ages 17-24 can take advantage of a 50% discount, which increases when the passenger flies on standby. During summer and from the months between January to May, some airlines offer seasonal discounts between 50%-70% on selected flights. There is also the Nordic Air Pass, a bundle of discounted tickets, which must include one international flight. As with other countries, it is generally wiser to book a flight early to get the cheapest tickets. Budget tickets can be purchased through select travel agencies or from the budget carriers themselves. Some airline carriers also offer discounts when tickets are bought online. To save money on booking flights, consider traveling during the off-season months. Peak months for tourists vary from region to region. For southern Finland, the tourist season is between June and August, while in the northern regions, the months of September to October and February to March are good months for travelers. Helsinki, on the other hand, is a good place to go regardless of season.

In Closing

Finland has multiple facets that travelers will enjoy. It has successfully managed to modernize while retaining the beauty of nature intertwined with Finnish culture. Travelers may enjoy skiing, hiking and other related activities while admiring the magnificent landscape.