Finnair Makes Winter Travel to Lapland Easier with More Flights to Arctic Destinations

By Ivan PetrenkoMay 20, 2025 22:39 PMNews
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Finnair adds Arctic routes for winter season. Source: unsplash

Finnair Makes Winter Travel to Lapland Easier with More Flights to Arctic DestinationsFinnair has announced a significant increase in its winter flight schedule to Finnish Lapland for the 2025 to 2026 season. Finnair plans to boost flights to northern hotspots like Rovaniemi, Kittilä, and Ivalo, with a focus on busy weekends. This expansion responds to growing interest in Arctic winter tourism from both domestic and international travellers during the busy months from December to February.

The new timetable will provide up to 72 weekly flights to Rovaniemi, which is ten more than last year. Kittilä will see up to 41 flights per week, while Ivalo will also experience an increase in weekend frequencies. Additionally, Kuusamo will gain three extra weekend flights to improve connections to northern Finland’s winter resorts. The schedule changes align with common check-in days at holiday cottages, helping travellers make the most of peak season.

Getting to Lapland’s best-loved winter spots just became more convenient. Rovaniemi is widely known as the official hometown of Santa Claus and offers visitors a chance to meet Santa, explore the Arctic Circle, and enjoy winter activities like husky sledding and snowmobiling. Meanwhile, Kittilä provides easy access to popular ski resorts such as Levi and Ylläs, which attract skiers and snowboarders from across Europe.

Ivalo and Kuusamo offer more remote and tranquil settings for travellers seeking the northern lights and pristine wilderness. As the entry point to Lemmenjoki National Park, Ivalo is well placed for travellers looking to explore Lapland’s wild beauty. Kuusamo is well known for its outdoor opportunities in Oulanka National Park and the Ruka ski resort, both popular destinations for winter sports and nature enthusiasts.

Two skiers enjoying a sunny day on a snowy slope
Lapland ski resorts now more accessible. Source: unsplash

Overall, Finnair’s increase in winter flights highlights the rising demand for Arctic experiences and seasonal travel. Travellers can look forward to easier trips to northern Finland and better access to Lapland’s standout winter attractions. The added flights are set to streamline travel and give visitors more ways to enjoy winter in northern Finland.

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