Exclusive Flights to Lapland: Winter 2025–2026 & Year-Round Connections

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Embark on an unforgettable journey to the snowy wonderland of Lapland this winter — or experience the Arctic’s summer magic under the Midnight Sun. Thanks to an ever-expanding network of direct and year-round flights from major European cities, Lapland’s iconic resorts and pristine wilderness are more accessible than ever. Always check the latest flight schedules directly with airlines, as routes may vary by season.

Direct Flights to Lapland’s Key Destinations in 2025-2026

Lapland offers a range of domestic connections within Finland for a smooth northern journey — but for international travelers, getting to the Arctic has never been easier. With a growing network of direct flights from major European cities, you can now reach Lapland’s snowy resorts and wilderness escapes with ease, even year-round in some cases.

Kittilä

Kittilä is the key gateway to Levi, Ylläs, and Pallas, with a solid mix of seasonal and now year-round direct flights from Europe. This makes it an excellent choice for travelers seeking ski resorts, northern lights, or midnight sun.

ROUTES:

Germany: Düsseldorf and Hamburg – several times weekly (Nov–Mar); Munich – several times weekly (Nov–Mar); Frankfurt – year-round direct flights with Discover Airlines (twice weekly in winter, twice weekly in summer).
France: Paris (CDG, Orly) – seasonal winter flights (Dec–Mar).
Austria: Vienna – Sundays (Dec–Mar).
Switzerland: Zürich – twice weekly in winter (Dec–Mar) and weekly on Saturdays in summer (June–September).
UK: Manchester and London Gatwick – seasonal winter flights (Nov–Jan).
Italy: Milan (Malpensa) – seasonal winter flights (Nov–Mar).
Latvia: Riga – Saturdays (Dec–Mar).
Norway: Harstad–Narvik – seasonal charter flights (dates vary).

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus, has an impressive selection of direct flights from Europe — with some now operating year-round. Whether visiting Santa Claus Village, exploring Arctic nature, or seeking the northern lights, Rovaniemi is a convenient entry point.

ROUTES:

Italy: Milan (Bergamo) – year-round direct flights with Ryanair/Malta Air, operating ~2 flights per week (Tues & Sat).
Italy: Milan (Malpensa), Naples, Rome, Verona – seasonal winter flights via easyJet, Neos Air (Nov–Mar).
Ireland: Dublin – Ryanair seasonal winter service (~5× weekly).
Ireland: Shannon – Ryanair seasonal winter service (2× weekly).
France: Paris (Beauvais, Orly), Lyon, Bordeaux, Nice – seasonal winter flights via Ryanair, Transavia, easyJet, Air France (Nov–Mar).
Germany: Berlin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart – seasonal winter flights via easyJet, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Norwegian (Nov–Mar).
Netherlands: Amsterdam – seasonal winter flights via easyJet, KLM (Nov–Mar).
Switzerland: Zürich – seasonal winter flights via Edelweiss (Dec–Mar).
Austria: Vienna – seasonal winter flights via Austrian (Nov–Mar).
Belgium: Charleroi – seasonal winter flights via Ryanair (Oct–Mar).
Denmark: Copenhagen – seasonal winter flights via SAS (Dec–Jan).
Poland: Warsaw – seasonal winter flights via LOT (Nov–Feb).
Spain: Barcelona, Madrid – seasonal winter flights via Norwegian, Vueling, Iberia (Nov–Feb).
Norway: Tromsø – upcoming seasonal route starting October (Finnair/Neos).
Turkey: Istanbul, İzmir – seasonal winter flights via Turkish Airlines, SunExpress (Dec–Mar/Feb).
United Kingdom:
- Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Liverpool – easyJet/Ryanair seasonal winter service (Oct–Mar).
- London (Gatwick, Luton, Stansted) – easyJet, Ryanair, Norwegian seasonal winter flights (Nov–Mar).
- Manchester – easyJet seasonal winter flights (Nov–Feb).
- Belfast International – new easyJet seasonal winter route.

Ivalo

Ivalo is the northernmost airport with direct international routes, ideal for accessing Saariselkä, Inari, and the untouched far north of Lapland. While international routes remain seasonal, there are convenient connections from central Europe.

ROUTES:

France: Paris (Orly) – weekly direct flights with Transavia, December to March.
UK: London (Gatwick) – twice-weekly flights with British Airways in winter (Dec–Feb).
Germany: Düsseldorf and Frankfurt – seasonal winter flights (Dec–Mar).
Austria: Vienna – weekly flights in winter (Dec–Mar).
Switzerland: Zürich – weekly seasonal flights (Dec–Mar).
Netherlands: Amsterdam – weekly seasonal flights (Dec–Mar).
Norway: Kirkenes – seasonal summer flights (July–October).
Finland (domestic): Year-round flights from Helsinki, plus seasonal domestic services from Kittilä and Kuusamo.