Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
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About Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, or simply Helsinki Airport, is the main international airport serving Helsinki, the capital of Finland, as well as its surrounding metropolitan area, and the Uusimaa region in Finland. The airport is located in the neighbouring city of Vantaa, about 5 kilometres (3 mi) west of Tikkurila, the administrative centre of Vantaa and 9.2 NM north of Helsinki's city centre. The airport is operated by state-owned Finavia. The facility covers a total of 1,800 hectares of land and contains three runways.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
EFHKNOTAMs
EFHKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04R / 22L▸ displaced | 11,483 ft / 3,500 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04L / 22R▸ displaced | 10,039 ft / 3,060 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 9,518 ft / 2,901 m | 197 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 119.100 MHz |
| APP | — | 129.850 MHz |
| ATIS | HEL VOR | 114.200 MHz |
| ATIS | — | 135.075 MHz |
| DEL | — | 118.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.800 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 125.100 MHz |
| RMP | RMP | 121.650 MHz |
| TWR | 22L/04R and 15/33 | 118.600 MHz |
| TWR | 22R/04L | 118.850 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EFHK TMA UPPER | Class C | TMA | 2500 ft MSL | FL285 |
| EFHK TMA LOWER | Class C | TMA | 1300 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| EFHK CTA EAST | Class C | CTA | FL065 | FL095 |
| EFHK CTR | Class D | CTR | GND | 1300 ft MSL |
| EFTRAA07 | Special use | TRA | 2500 ft MSL | FL660 |
| EFTSAA07 | Special use | TSA | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Finland airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 10% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32% | -1,667 ft | |
| Feb | 43% | -1,890 ft | |
| Mar | 61% | -1,391 ft | |
| Apr | 78% | -982 ft | |
| May | 88% | -241 ft | |
| Jun | 90% | 465 ft | |
| Jul | 89% | 732 ft | |
| Aug | 82% | 518 ft | |
| Sep | 74% | -26 ft | |
| Oct | 55% | -583 ft | |
| Nov | 30% | -1,221 ft | |
| Dec | 26% | -1,540 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,890–732 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
VFR reporting points nearby
| Point | Distance | Bearing | Reporting |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEIJO | 1.6 nm | 212° | On request |
| TASQU | 1.7 nm | 139° | On request |
| HERRA | 2.5 nm | 349° | On request |
| RETGI | 2.6 nm | 064° | On request |
| ROQQA | 6 nm | 173° | Compulsory |
| HAGIP | 6.9 nm | 196° | Compulsory |
| LILJA | 7.3 nm | 087° | Compulsory |
| TURFI | 7.6 nm | 011° | Compulsory |
| DEGER | 8 nm | 113° | On request |
| RASTI | 8.1 nm | 152° | On request |
Named VFR reporting points within ~20 nm; distance and bearing are from the airport reference point. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — check the current VAC/AIP for procedures and whether a report is required.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espoon radio- ja televisiomasto | 1,070 ft | 89 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 1,070 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 16 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 440 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 407 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 384 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 374 ft | 10 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
The ICAO code for Helsinki Vantaa Airport is EFHK, and its IATA code is HEL.
Where is Helsinki Vantaa Airport located?
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is large airport located in Helsinki (Vantaa), Finland, at an elevation of 179 ft (55 m).
How many runways does Helsinki Vantaa Airport have?
Helsinki Vantaa Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 11,483 ft / 3,500 m.
Which airlines fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
Airlines historically serving Helsinki Vantaa Airport include Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Air Baltic, Air Berlin, Air China, Air France, Alitalia, among 32 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
Historical data lists 87 nonstop destinations from Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Helsinki Vantaa Airport in?
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is in the Europe/Helsinki time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 10.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
The nearest airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is Savikko Airfield (EFNS), about 12.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Nummela Airfield and Hyvinkää Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Helsinki Vantaa Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.