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    Is Finland expensive to visit?

    How Finnish prices compare with the rest of Europe and where you can save.

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    Short answer

    Finland is one of the more expensive countries in Europe. Statistics Finland reports that in 2025 the country's total consumer price level was 21% above the EU average, the eighth highest of 36 European countries compared. The Nordic countries as a group are expensive by European standards, while Iceland and Switzerland were the most expensive.

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    Why

    1. Statistics Finland says Finland's total price level was the eighth highest in Europe in 2025, 21% above the EU average.
    2. The comparison covered 36 countries and was coordinated by Eurostat, according to Statistics Finland.
    3. Statistics Finland notes that the price level of the Nordic countries, including Finland, was high by European comparison.

    Details

    Food and non-alcoholic drinks were about 10% above the EU average in 2024, so groceries are less of a jump than restaurants. Nature, public beaches and many outdoor activities are free thanks to everyman's rights.

    Tip

    Eat your main meal at lunch. Many Finnish restaurants serve weekday lunch buffets that cost much less than dinner.

    What may differ

    Costs differ a lot by season and place. Lapland in December and Helsinki during big events are much more expensive than the same places off season.

    Common misconception

    Finland is the most expensive country in Europe.

    What actually happens

    Finland ranked eighth in 2025. Iceland, Switzerland and Norway were more expensive.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Prices and taxes change, so check the official sources before you plan your budget.

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