When does the winter flight season start in Finland, and how many routes are there?
Season dates and routes from Finavia airports.
Short answer
Finavia says the international winter aviation season begins on 25 October 2026 and ends on 27 March 2027. Compared with the previous winter there are 31 new routes from Finavia airports, and in total there are 163 international scheduled routes to 103 international airports. Finavia says the growth comes especially from the Lapland airports, which get routes to 10 new destinations in Europe.
Why
- Season: 25 October 2026 to 27 March 2027.
- 31 new routes compared with last winter.
- 163 international routes to 103 airports.
Details
Finavia lists new Helsinki routes to Luxembourg, Stavanger, Turin and Umeå for winter 2026–2027.
Tip
Some new Lapland routes only start in late November or December, so check the dates before you book.
What may differ
Finavia publishes a full route list for each season on its website.
Common misconception
There are fewer flights from Finland in winter.
What actually happens
Winter 2026–2027 has 31 new routes compared with the previous winter.
People also ask
- How many flight routes go to Lapland in winter?
- Which airports are in Lapland?
- How early should you arrive at Helsinki Airport?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Routes, seasons and passenger numbers change, so check Finavia and your airline before you travel.
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