Travelling from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport (KAO): What you need to know
Kuusamo is seven hours ahead of Toronto. 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 travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to KAO.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Toronto Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Toronto Pearson International Airport's on-time performance, 64% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It'll take 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Toronto to KAO flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport:
62% of flights out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
YHM is around 72 kilometres from central Toronto. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and know you'll reach your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Toronto to Kuusamo Airport flight:
Flights that leave from YHM land at their destination as scheduled 71% of the time.
About Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KAO:
Travel at your own speed with a Kuusamo Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Budget, Keddy By Europcar or Hertz and chase adventure across Kuusamo and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Toronto 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. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 25 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Currently, 499 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 1.444 €. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Toronto to KAO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Toronto to Kuusamo Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
July is the quietest month for flights from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport (KAO), while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Kuusamo based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Toronto to KAO plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Kuusamo to range from 8ºC (46ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -4ºC (25ºF).
More about Kuusamo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Kuusamo right here. Explore these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Kuusamo Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kujala Reindeer Farm, Bird Watching Tower and Oivanginjarvi are leading attractions which should be on any good Kuusamo itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Oulu is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Kuusamo. Around 209 kilometres away to the southwest, its best attractions include Rotuaari Promenade, Oulu Cathedral and Vanha kappeli.
Around 209 kilometres south of Kuusamo, Kajaani is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Huuhkajanvaara Hiking Trails, Vimpelinvaaran Laskettelurinne and Kouta-Vuores Hiking Trails, the starting point of Åhlström forest road.
