Ryanair is making its biggest-ever investment in Finnish Lapland, announcing a record-breaking 10 routes to Rovaniemi Airport for the upcoming winter season. The expansion strengthens the airline’s commitment to year-round tourism in the region and further cements Rovaniemi’s position as one of Europe’s most enchanting winter destinations.

This historic move will see 62 weekly flights operated by the Irish low-cost carrier, including new connections from Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, and Shannon, Ireland. These new routes join existing flights from London Stansted, Liverpool, Dublin, Brussels Charleroi, Paris Beauvais, and Milan Bergamo—creating Ryanair’s most comprehensive winter schedule for Rovaniemi to date.

“Ryanair’s investment in tourism in Lapland is very significant,” said Petri Vuori, Senior Vice President of Sales and Route Development at Finavia. “Finnish winters and the magnificent sites in Lapland are gaining popularity at an accelerating pace. The airline’s year-round Rovaniemi–Milan route has already proven how essential connectivity is in supporting tourism across all seasons.”

Rovaniemi: Not Just a Winter Wonderland

While Lapland is best known as the home of Santa Claus and a snowy wonderland during the winter months, Ryanair is actively pushing to make the region a year-round travel destination. The Rovaniemi–Milan Bergamo route, operating twice weekly from April to October and increasing to four times weekly from October to March, is at the heart of this strategy.

By maintaining flight schedules beyond the peak Christmas season, Ryanair is encouraging travelers to discover Lapland’s autumn foliage, northern lights, spring snow adventures, and summer hiking trails, long before and after the festive crowds disperse.

Full Winter 2025–2026 Ryanair Routes to Rovaniemi:

• New Routes:

  • Birmingham

  • Bristol

  • Manchester

  • Shannon

• Returning Routes:

  • London Stansted (increased to daily)

  • Liverpool

  • Dublin

  • Brussels Charleroi

  • Paris Beauvais

  • Milan Bergamo (year-round)

Boost for Lapland Tourism Economy

With international tourism to Lapland on the rise, Ryanair’s ramp-up in service is expected to bring a significant influx of visitors—supporting hotels, restaurants, tour operators, and seasonal workers. The airline’s accessible fares and broad network help open Lapland to more travelers from across Europe who may not have previously considered a winter break in the Arctic.