On this page, you can find and buy flights for the Kajaani to Helsinki route. The distance between the cities is 474 km, and direct flights are available about once a week, which requires careful departure date planning.
Regular flights are operated by Finnair (AY). As ticket prices are dynamic, we recommend using the low-price calendar and reviewing information on how to get to Kajaani Airport and how to get from Helsinki Airport to your final destination.
The table shows direct flights Kajaani → Helsinki on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 6 min. Regular flights are operated by Finnair. Departures from Kajaani Airport airports, arrivals at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kajaani — Helsinki by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kajaani → Helsinki, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $148 | low | May | $174 | medium | Sep | $180 | medium |
| Feb | $144 | low | Jun | $199 | high | Oct | $154 | low |
| Mar | $161 | medium | Jul | $212 | high | Nov | $152 | low |
| Apr | $167 | medium | Aug | $206 | high | Dec | $193 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with average air temperatures reaching +21.2°C, while the lowest temperatures and frosty weather (down to -5.8°C) are typical for February. The period from July to October is characterized by increased precipitation, peaking at 81.39 mm in mid-summer.
Currently, information on minimum prices for the year ahead is not available; however, flight costs from Kajaani usually increase during holidays and the peak summer season. To find the most budget-friendly options, we recommend keeping an eye on updates in the price calendar and price dynamics chart on this page.
June and August are considered the best months for a trip, as they combine comfortable temperatures (around +20°C) and a moderate number of rainy days. In November and December, be prepared for shorter daylight hours, high humidity, and frequent precipitation such as sleet and snow.
One airline operates regular flights on the route from Kajaani to the capital of Finland — Finnair (AY). Direct service between the cities is maintained with a frequency of about once a week. To see the current schedule for specific dates and flight details, use the interactive list of airlines below.
Flights Kajaani — Helsinki depart from Kajaani Airport and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. Total travel time may vary slightly depending on weather conditions and the type of aircraft used.
The main carrier connecting Kajaani and the Finnish capital is Finnair. It is the only operator offering regular direct service on this segment.
Yes, there are direct flights between the cities. Flight frequency is low, at about one departure per week, so it is worth planning your trip well in advance.
All flights from Kajaani arrive at Finland's main international airport — Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL), which is conveniently connected to the city center by public transport.
To get the best price, try to book tickets at least 1.5–2 months before your trip. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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