Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kuusamo Airport (KAO): what you need to know
Kuusamo is three hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you get on your LGW to KAO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Right now, ج.م. 7,728 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 12,607. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to KAO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Of the flights that depart from London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% arrive on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KAO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Kuusamo Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Keddy By Europcar or Hertz to explore Kuusamo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Kuusamo Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Kuusamo Airport (KAO) to central Kuusamo
From Kuusamo Airport, Kuusamo is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 2 hours 30 minutes.
When to fly to Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Kuusamo. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Kuusamo Airport for July if you want to explore Kuusamo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 23ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to KAO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -4ºC on average.
Explore more of Finland
Kuusamo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres south-west of Kuusamo, a visit to Oulu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Nallikari Beach, Northern Ostrobothnia Museum and Oulu Cathedral.
Kuopio is another essential stop in Finland and is around 354 kilometres south of Kuusamo. No journey is complete without dropping by Kuopio Cathedral, Kuopio Harbour and Kuopio Museum.
