Kuopio airport mostly serves commuter traffic, but it can also be used for holiday flights to beach destinations.
From Kuopio airport for a business trip or vacation
Surrounded by lake landscapes, Kuopio Airport primarily serves business travelers, as a large part of its annual air passengers use the airport’s services on business trips.
In addition to scheduled flights to Helsinki, holiday flights to beach destinations operated by tour operators are flown from Kuopio. Karelia Airlines also operates at the airport.
Kuopio Airport, which was put into use in 1940, has one 2,800 meter long runway. In 2023, just under 150,000 passengers traveled through the airport.
This is how you get to Kuopio Airport
Kuopio airport is located in Rissala, Siilinjärvi, about 14 kilometers from the center of Kuopio. Taxis are waiting in front of the terminal during flight arrival times.
The airport can be reached from the center in about half an hour by local transport by bus number 40. Buses operate according to the schedules of departing and arriving flights.
Those arriving at the airport with their own car can park in two parking areas. P1 is for short-term and P2 for long-term parking. Parking fees can be paid with the ParkMan, EasyPark or Moovy application and with a payment machine.
There are several car rental offices at Kuopio airport, but it is worth noting that some of them are only open with advance reservation.
Kuopio airport routes
Finnair scheduled flights to Helsinki are operated from Kuopio Airport all year round.
In addition, you can go on a beach holiday from Kuopio with direct flights on the holiday flights of tour operators. In the summer season, Kuopio flies to Antalya in Turkey and the islands of Rhodes and Crete in Greece. During the winter season, there are direct flights from Kuopio to Gran Canaria.
Those leaving for a beach vacation from Kuopio can buy a package trip that includes flights and a hotel, or alternatively just the flights. It is also possible to find inexpensive sudden departures from Kuopio.
Flights from Kuopio
The route information has been updated in September 2024.
Kuopio airport services
There are two Kuopio Cafes serving travelers and escorts at Kuopio Airport. One is located in the public area and the other in the gate area on the other side of the security check.
Kuopio Cafe, located in the public area on the second floor of the terminal building, also offers a hot lunch table on weekdays. The restaurant offers a view of the runway and the lake.
There is also a souvenir shop in connection with the cafe in the gate area, where you can buy last-minute gifts. The cafe has full serving rights.
A free wireless network is available for tourists. If necessary, Business travelers can book the Kalla meeting room on the second floor of the terminal.
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Source: www.rantapallo.fi
