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Ateneum Art Museum
Finland’s best-known classical art museum, with major Finnish and international works in a central location.
Flights from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki depart on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
There are 7 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 02:30, the last at 20:50. The fastest flight covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 1h 15m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Flights per day 10 |
Direct flights 7 |
Fastest flight 1h 15m |
First flight 2:30 AM |
Last flight 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$180
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 19 m
Flights per day
4
Distance
712 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki will cost around $180 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
Of the 4 flights that leave Rovaniemi Airport for Helsinki onFri, Jun 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct flights cover the 712 km distance in an average of 1 h 19 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the longest flights will take 1 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $97.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$181 Average price | $67 Average price | $38 Average price Cheapest | $198 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 57m Average total duration 9h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki costing on average $67 (€54).
A bus is $143 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki costing on average $181 (€146).
Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 27m.
Bus takes on average 12h 10m.
The table below shows live departures for Rovaniemi Airport to Helsinki flights for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:25 PM Rovaniemi Airport | 1h15 | 5:40 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Rovaniemi Airport | 1h19 | 8:59 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 PM Rovaniemi Airport | 1h20 | 9:05 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Finland’s best-known classical art museum, with major Finnish and international works in a central location.
Leading contemporary art museum in Finland, known for bold exhibitions and striking modern architecture.
Popular art museum famous for immersive exhibitions and its distinctive dome-covered public plaza.
The city’s classic promenade park and boulevard, ideal for strolling between central shopping and harbor areas.
Helsinki’s famous Market Square by the harbor, a lively meeting point and departure area for ferries.
Atmospheric waterfront district known for Jugend architecture, embassy buildings, and scenic harbor walks.
Karelian pies made with a thin rye crust and rice porridge filling, usually served with egg butter. One of Finland’s most iconic everyday pastries.
A creamy salmon soup with potatoes, carrots, leeks, and dill. A classic Finnish comfort dish widely eaten in Helsinki.
Sautéed reindeer, traditionally served with mashed potatoes and lingonberries. A famous northern Finnish dish often found in Helsinki restaurants.
Michelin-starred Helsinki restaurant known for modern Nordic cuisine with strong vegetable-driven tasting menus and refined presentation.
Established waterfront restaurant focused on high-quality Finnish ingredients, game, and seasonal Nordic cooking in an elegant setting.
Well-known traditional Finnish restaurant near Senate Square, famous for reindeer, Baltic fish, and rustic heritage-inspired interiors.
Prices are high by European standards, especially for dining and hotels, though public transport is reasonable.
Tipping is not expected. Service is included. Round up for great service or taxis, but 5-10% is optional, not standard.
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