Raise a toast with us: Helsinki Airport is the Best Airport in Nothern Europe

Helsinki Airport has been voted the Best Airport in Northern Europe by passengers in the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards. The results were announced at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Stockholm, Sweden on Wednesday.

“”It is an honour to receive this award by passengers all around the world. It is the best way to verify that our hard work towards enhancing customer experience in Helsinki Airport is paying off", says Helsinki Airport Director Ville Haapasaari from Finavia.

Finavia is constantly developing services at Helsinki Airport, keeping customers’ point of view always on the top of our minds. Currently, the airport is carrying out a 900 million euro development programme in order to prepare for serving 30 million passengers.

"We want to move people as smoothly as possible. We do our best to ensure smooth travelling and high customer satisfaction – also in the future. We offer safe, reliable and a unique customer experience. I welcome everyone to feel the positive atmosphere of Helsinki Airport”, he states.

Record-breaking Helsinki Airport

Helsinki Airport is growing rapidly and breaking the records as well. The number of passengers passing through the airport each year is more than three times the population of Finland. At this rate, the magic number of 20 million will be reached earlier than estimated 2020. It can be already this year?

Looking for something to read before the flight?

Whether you want to dive into a good old-fashioned book or crave a quick, time-tested option like magazines, waiting at the airport presents an opportunity to catch up on your reading. Keep in mind the unique Book Swap and check also our other tips for you at the Helsinki Airport!

Eco Art offers experiences and Finnish know-how

The "From Nature to Future" exhibition at Helsinki Airport features unique experimental works of art made of natural materials. Chicken feathers, coffee grounds, wood, potato and biowaste. What is your favourite? The exhibition is on display at the baggage claim hall 2B free of charge. Just go and be impressed!