How to find cheap flights to Kuopio Airport (KUO)
Currently, 132 € is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Kuopio Airport. Or you can book a round-trip plane ticket to KUO for 274 €.
Let the deals come to you by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to KUO. We'll keep an eye on it for you, sending updates when fares go down.
To get cheap tickets to Kuopio, where Kuopio Airport is located, book four months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for landing the best deals.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to Kuopio by selecting the 'Add nearby airports' option. This lets you compare prices for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help keep costs down.
If you're not in a rush to travel to Kuopio, think about going the long way round. You could find cheaper plane tickets to Kuopio Airport by choosing a flight with a stop.
Best time to go to Kuopio
The cheapest month to get on a flight to Kuopio is typically September.
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to KUO.
June is the most popular month for flights to KUO. Travel then if you're eager to see Kuopio at its busiest and best.
July is the quietest period of the year to visit if you want a more relaxed vibe. You'll typically find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Kuopio then.
The weather can make or break your holiday, so consider what type of conditions you want to get away in. Kuopio is warmest in July, averaging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from -16ºC (3ºF) to 0ºC (32ºF).
With seven days of rain on average, October is the driest month in Kuopio.
December has the wettest weather. You can expect around 14 days of rainfall if that's when you're going.
Flying to Kuopio Airport (KUO): What you need to know
Reach Kuopio sooner with a direct Finnair flight to Kuopio Airport.
Consider booking your KUO plane ticket with Finnair. It's the top performer for punctuality, with up to 71% of flights to this hub showing up on time.
You'll step off the plane in the UTC+2 timezone at KUO.
Spa Hotel Kunnonpaikka is a popular stay within an easy drive of Kuopio Airport. Rest and recharge here after your flight to KUO.
You can book a car hire in KUO with trusted providers like Budget, Europcar and Keddy By Europcar. Hop into the driver's seat and get ready to discover Kuopio and beyond.
If you're catching an onward flight from Kuopio Airport or flying home from there, your plans are more likely to stay on track. Up to 84% of all departures from KUO reach their destination on time.
Getting to central Kuopio from Kuopio Airport (KUO)
KUO is located about 16 kilometres from central Kuopio.
If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to KUO, it'll take around 15 minutes to reach the centre.
You can expect the ride to take roughly 20 minutes on public transport.
If you'd love to stay close to all the action in Kuopio, unpack your bags at one of these comfortable hotels:
Kuopio highlights
Put these leading attractions at the top of your must-visit list after hopping off your flight to Kuopio:
Puijo Nature Trails: A classic spot to start your city tour, this landmark is around 2 kilometres north-west of the city centre.
Kuopio Harbour: This will also be a trip highlight. A memorable landmark, it's around 2 kilometres south-east of the heart of Kuopio.
How to get to Iisalmi from Kuopio Airport (KUO)
Heading straight for Iisalmi? From KUO, it takes around 1 hour to drive there. The city is about 72 kilometres from the airport.
Public transport will take you to Iisalmi in 2 hours 55 minutes or so.
Travelling from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to Varkaus
If Varkaus is where you want to be, public transport should take around 11 hours 40 minutes from Kuopio Airport. This city is about 80 kilometres from KUO.
It takes 1 hour 10 minutes or so to drive to Varkaus.
Explore more of Finland
There are plenty more places to explore in Finland, starting with Tampere. Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve are must-sees in this city, which is about 274 kilometres south-west of Kuopio. Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP) is the closest airport in Tampere.
Oulu might just steal the show during your trip to Finland. You'll find it roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Kuopio. Rotuaari Promenade, Oulu Cathedral and Vanha kappeli rank among the top sights. The main airport serving this city is Oulu Airport (OUL).
Let your travels lead you to Lahti. Roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Kuopio, Lahti Art Museum, Sibelius hall and Pajulahden Seikkailupuisto are reasons to go.