Flying in Helsinki, Finland
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Helsinki — the nearest is Hernesaari Heliport (EFHE), about 2 miles out. Daylight runs from about 18h 33m of daylight at midsummer down to about 5h 27m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Helsinki
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Hernesaari Heliport
Meilahti Hospital Helipad
Jorvin Hospital Heliport
Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Peijaksen Hospital Heliport
Savikko Airfield
Nummela Airfield
Torbacka Airfield
Hyvinkää Airfield
Mäntsälä Airfield UL
Kiikala Airfield
Räyskälä Airfield
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 02:44–21:16 | 18h 33m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 06:06–17:54 | 11h 47m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 09:16–14:44 | 5h 27m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 7.2°C / 45°F | 0.2°C / 32°F | 22 km/h | 30% |
| Summer | 20.6°C / 69°F | 13.6°C / 56°F | 21 km/h | 37% |
| Autumn | 9.2°C / 49°F | 4.8°C / 41°F | 24 km/h | 40% |
| Winter | -1.1°C / 30°F | -5.9°C / 21°F | 24 km/h | 48% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Helsinki, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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