Helsinki Airport, also known as Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, is the main international airport of the Helsinki metropolitan region and the Uusimaa region in Finland. It is located in the city of Vantaa, about 19 kilometers north of the Helsinki city center. The airport has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2, which are connected by a pedestrian walkway. It is the fourth busiest airport in the Nordic countries, with over 19 million passengers in 2019. It serves as a hub for Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, and several other airlines. The airport offers flights to destinations throughout Europe, as well as to Asia and North America. In addition to passenger flights, Helsinki Airport also handles a significant amount of cargo traffic.

• Public Transportation: The airport is well connected to the city's public transportation network. You can take the train (VR) from the Helsinki Central railway station to the airport, which takes about 30 minutes. You can also take the bus (local bus line 615, Express bus line 519, Airport bus line 617) to get to the airport.
• Taxi: You can take a taxi from anywhere in the city to the airport. Taxi services such as Airport Taxi and Finnair Taxi have dedicated airport services.
• Car: You can also drive to the airport and park your car in one of the airport's several parking areas. Some of the parking garages are connected to the terminals, while others are a short walk away.
• Airport Shuttle: There are several shuttle services available between the airport and various parts of the city, such as Helsinki Airport Shuttle and Airport Hotel Shuttle.
• Bike/Walking: If you're staying close by, you can also walk or bike to the airport, although this will depend on your location and how much luggage you have.

Helsinki Airport serves as a hub for several airlines, including the flag carrier of Finland, Finnair.

• Finnair: The largest airline at the airport, offering flights to destinations throughout Europe, Asia, and North America.
• Norwegian Air: A low-cost carrier that offers flights to destinations throughout Europe, as well as some destinations in Asia and North America.
• SAS Scandinavian: A major airline offering flights to destinations throughout Europe, as well as some destinations in Asia.
• Lufthansa: A major German airline that offers flights to destinations throughout Europe and also intercontinental flights.
• Air France: French major airline with flights to destinations throughout Europe and also intercontinental flights.
• British Airways: British major airline that offers flights to destinations throughout Europe and also intercontinental flights.
• Other airlines that operate at the airport includes easyJet, WizzAir, Aegean Airlines, Aeroflot and many more. The airport also serves as a destination for several low-cost airlines that operate flights to various destinations throughout Europe.

Helsinki Airport offers a wide variety of food options for travelers, including sit-down restaurants, fast food outlets, and snack bars.

• Restaurants: The airport has several sit-down restaurants that serve a variety of cuisines, including Finnish, Asian, Mediterranean, and American. Some of the more popular options include chefs plate, O'Learys and Gastropub Nordic Kitchen.
• Fast Food: There are also several fast food outlets available, such as McDonald's, Subway, and Burger King, where you can grab a quick bite to eat.
• Cafe and Snack Bars: There are also several coffee shops and snack bars available, such as Starbucks, Paul and R-kioski where you can grab a coffee, tea, or a quick snack.
• Convenient Stores: There's also a variety of stores such as Alepa, 7eleven and a R-kioski in case you wish to grab a quick drink, some snacks or even a meal to go.

Note that because of the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions some of the food options may be closed or have limited opening hours.

Helsinki Airport offers a wide variety of shopping options for travelers, including duty-free shops, fashion boutiques, and souvenir shops.

• Duty-free shops: The airport has several duty-free shops where travelers can purchase a variety of items such as cosmetics, perfume, alcohol, and tobacco, often at discounted prices.
• Fashion boutiques: The airport has several fashion boutiques that offer a wide range of clothing, accessories and footwear from well-known brands, such as Gucci, Prada and many more.
• Souvenir shops: The airport also has several souvenir shops where you can purchase traditional Finnish products such as glassware, textiles, and food items, as well as other souvenirs like mugs, keychains and much more.
• Convenient Stores: The airport also has several convenient stores such as R-kioski, 7eleven and Alepa where travelers can purchase a variety of items such as snacks, drinks, magazines, and travel essentials.
• Bookstores: The airport also has a bookstore where you can find a wide selection of books, magazines and newspapers.

Helsinki Airport (HEL) has several lounges available for passengers, both in Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The lounges offer a variety of services, including comfortable seating, food and drinks, Wi-Fi, and other amenities to make the waiting time before a flight more pleasant. Some lounges are available for all passengers, while others are reserved for business class or elite-level frequent flyers of specific airlines. Here are some lounges available at Helsinki Airport:

• Finnair Lounge: Available for Finnair Plus Platinum, Gold, and Silver members, as well as oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members.
• Aspire Lounge: Available for all passengers with a valid lounge pass or credit card.
• Priority Pass Lounge: Available for Priority Pass members.
• SAS Lounge: Available for SAS EuroBonus Diamond and Gold members.
• Lounge 24: Available for all passengers with a valid lounge pass or credit card.
• Non-Schengen Lounge: Available for passengers traveling outside the Schengen area.

Helsinki Plaza Lounge is a lounge located at Helsinki Airport Terminal 2. It is operated by Finnair and is available for Finnair Plus Platinum, Gold, and Silver members, as well as oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members. The lounge offers a variety of services, including comfortable seating, food and drinks, Wi-Fi, and other amenities to make the waiting time before a flight more pleasant. The lounge features a self-service buffet, a bar with a wide selection of beverages, and a variety of seating options, including armchairs, sofas, and workstations. The lounge also has shower facilities, private rest areas, and a variety of newspapers and magazines for passengers to read. The lounge's airy and bright atmosphere with floor-to-ceiling windows provides beautiful views of the airport, making it a comfortable and relaxing space for passengers to wait for their flights.

Helsinki Airport (HEL) is located in the city of Vantaa, about 17 kilometers (11 miles) north of Helsinki city center, which makes it easy to find hotels nearby. Here are some hotels located close to Helsinki Airport:

• Hilton Helsinki Airport: Located just minutes away from the airport, this hotel offers a complimentary 24-hour shuttle service to and from the airport. It features comfortable guest rooms and suites, a fitness center, a restaurant, and a bar.
• Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa: This hotel is located just a short drive from the airport and offers a shuttle service for an additional fee. It features comfortable guest rooms and suites, a restaurant, a sauna, and a fitness center.
• Scandic Aviapolis: This hotel is located just a short drive from the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. It features comfortable guest rooms and suites, a restaurant, a sauna, and a fitness center.
• Holiday Inn Helsinki-Vantaa Airport: This hotel is located just a short drive from the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. It features comfortable guest rooms and suites, a restaurant, a sauna, and a fitness center.
• Radisson Blu Hotel, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport: This hotel is located just minutes away from the airport and offers a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport. It features comfortable guest rooms and suites, a restaurant, a sauna, and a fitness center.

These are some of the hotel options close to the airport, but you can find other options as well. It's always recommended to check the availability, prices and amenities offered by these hotels before making a reservation.

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