Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport Address

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Their catchy motto "The Reason To Fly" is strongly felt by passengers making their way through the Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport. Staff are incredibly warm and caring towards customers. Stores and restaurants ensure passengers with long layovers have plenty to experience. The airport itself is designed to keep walks from one gate to another as short as possible. Passengers with long layovers should be aware that this is a non-smoking airport. There are eight air conditioned lounges for the smoker, however, so cigarette breaks shouldn't be too much of an issue.

Helsinki-Vantaa International Airport opened its doors in 1952 in the town Vantaa about twelve miles from Helsinki. By the year 2000, the airport was able to top ten million passengers in one year. While it is not among the world's busiest airports, it is considered one of the nicest and easiest to navigate. With only two terminals (Domestic and International), passengers should not have a hard time finding their gate. Renovations to the airport were completed in 2004 with a larger International Terminal and a brand new retail section to help reduce boredom during layovers. Some buildings may seem outdated from the outside, but inside the airport is full of modern conveniences and excellent technology ensuring speedy security inspections. Currently, the airport handles approximately twelve million passengers per year.

Directions

Those traveling north from Helsinki will find it easiest to take Highway 45 (Also referred to as Tuusulanvayla) north to the airport. When nearing the airport limits, signs are clear and easy to follow. Highway 45 or E75 (Also referred to as Lahdenvayla) run north/south and are the best routes from those heading south. As drivers near Vantaa, they should follow the airport signs.

Those coming from the west or east should take the E18 (Highway 50) to the airport limits and then follow airport signs. Exit ramps and turn-offs are well marked and shouldn't pose a problem.