The Finnish Aviation Union IAU has announced industrial action at Finnair’s home hub Helsinki Airport, causing extensive disruptions to Finnair traffic on Monday, 19 May. According to the IAU, the industrial actions are similar to those carried out earlier […]
A political strike announced by the Finnish Aviation Union and the Transport Workers’ Union is set to disrupt operations at Helsinki Airport on March 27, resulting in the cancellation of 70 Finnair flights. This strike, aimed at protesting labor
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Finnair continues to enhance its customer experience with the opening of its brand-new Finnair Lounge on 9 July. Located on the Schengen side of Helsinki Airport, near gate 21, the lounge offers unparalleled comfort and convenience to travelers. “We
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Helsinki Airport travelers can now enjoy a hassle-free experience as Finavia, the airport company, introduces streamlined security control measures. Effective from 28th June, the airport has installed modern security equipment, allowing passengers to carry liquid containers up to two
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Suitcases must not be left alone at the airport, even for a short period of time, as this may trigger a security alert. You must have heard the announcements at the airport warning you not to leave your suitcase
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Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport will completely remove Liquid Carry-on Restrictions this summer. “A year ago, we introduced advanced security control technology at Helsinki Airport. These devices eliminated the need to remove liquids and electronics from hand baggage, which has made
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In the summer of 2023, airport company Finavia will invest EUR 8 million in the renovation of the second runway at Helsinki Airport. Helsinki Airport’s runway renovation will affect take-off and landing directions in May–August . “The renovation of
Finavia is investing in a new food court in Helsinki Airport’s gate area together with the leading restaurant service provider Select Service Partner Finland. The food court, which will be completed in March 2023, will bring six new restaurants
Time to start a journey with us? Welcome to step through the renewed Helsinki Airport for smooth transition from ground to air. We will gradually move Finnair departure hall services to the new premises during spring 2022 from 21
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Traditionally, airports around the world have been named in the honor of great men of the past. Now, Helsinki Airport is naming itself after all its visitors to show its dedication to its passengers and the airport’s future. Charles
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The new and shiny extension of Terminal 2 will open on 1 December 2021. In addition to the impressive main entrance and departures hall, the arrivals hall will also be opened. In the hall, the nature diorama Luoto welcomes
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Helsinki Airport is undergoing the biggest development programme in its history. This programme will reach an important stage on 1 December 2021, when the new main entrance of Terminal 2, the arrivals hall, the travel centre that links different
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Helsinki Airport ’s runway 1 will be re-opened for traffic on 30 April 2021. At the same time, the airport will move from exceptional noise control procedures back to normal noise control. “Although the number of flights is still
The number of flights at Helsinki Airport has decreased dramatically due to the coronavirus pandemic and strict travel restrictions. The Helsinki Airport ’s runway 1 will be closed for six months, from 1 November 2020 to 30 April 2021.
Finavia will start disinfecting security control trays with UVC light technology that kills bacteria and viruses. During the pilot project, equipment based on different technologies will be tested at a number of security control lines. “Due to the COVID-19
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