How long is a taxi from Helsinki Airport to the city?
Taxis from the airport and how the queues work.
Short answer
Visit Finland gives about 25 minutes for a taxi ride from Helsinki Airport to the city centre. The taxi station outside the terminal has four queues. Queues 1 to 3 are for taxi companies that work with Finavia, and queue 4 is for other taxis. Taxi prices are free in Finland, so ask for the price or the basis of the price before you set off.
Why
- Visit Finland gives about 25 minutes for the taxi trip to the centre.
- Visit Finland describes four taxi queues, with queues 1 to 3 for Finavia partners.
- The price or its basis must be given before the trip, according to the Consumer Authority.
Details
You may take any taxi in the queue, not only the first one. Compare the prices shown on the windows or ask the driver.
Tip
For trips of 100 euros or more, agree the price in advance.
What may differ
Travel time depends on traffic and the address in Helsinki.
Common misconception
Airport taxis in Finland all charge the same fixed price.
What actually happens
Taxi prices are free, so they differ between companies. Ask before you go.
People also ask
- How are taxi prices set in Finland?
- Can you choose any taxi in the queue?
- How do I get from Helsinki Airport to the city centre?
Sources
- Visit Finland: Getting aroundChecked at:
- Verkkouutiset: What to remember when taking a taxiChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Timetables, routes and airport services change, so check Finavia and HSL before you travel.
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