Travelling from London to Kuusamo Airport (KAO): What you need to know
Kuusamo is two hours ahead of London. Kuusamo Airport is located in Kuusamo, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from London to KAO.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're eager to discover another city as part of your journey or just take a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to KAO.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Kuusamo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near London Heathrow Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your London to KAO flight? Kick back in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays have a room with your name on it:
London Gatwick Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights out of here make it to their final destination as planned.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
When reserving your plane ticket from London to Kuusamo Airport (KAO) out of London Stansted Airport (STN), you can choose from a few stopover options. Consider making a detour to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), one of the busiest transit hubs on this route.
STN is roughly 56 kilometres from central London. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll make it to the terminal with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early London to Kuusamo Airport flight:
STN has a very good on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on track and touch down as expected.
About Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Have a late flight from London to Kuusamo Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near KAO and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your London to Kuusamo Airport flight.
Getting from Kuusamo Airport (KAO) to central Kuusamo
Central Kuusamo is around 10 kilometres from Kuusamo Airport and takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Currently, 139 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Kuusamo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 244 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to KAO. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest London to Kuusamo Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to KAO.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from London to Kuusamo Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
June is the quietest month for flights from London to Kuusamo Airport (KAO), while February is the busiest. Figure out the best time to visit Kuusamo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Kuusamo is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Lock in your London to KAO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Kuusamo Airport in January when temperatures are between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -4ºC (25ºF).
More about Kuusamo
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Kuusamo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from London to Kuusamo Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Kujala Reindeer Farm, Oivanginjarvi and Hannu Hautala Nature Photography Centre are top attractions which should be on every Kuusamo itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Kuusamo, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Journey around 209 kilometres southwest to Oulu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Oulu Cathedral to Nallikari Beach and Oulujoki, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kajaani is another well-known destination in Finland and is around 209 kilometres south of Kuusamo. No journey is complete without visiting Huuhkajanvaara Hiking Trails, Kainuu Museum and Linnanpolunranta.