How to get to Ivalo from Helsinki

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Compare flight for Helsinki to Ivalo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Ivalo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of £174 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £174, while a flight costs an average of £174.

Distance: 952 km

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£174

Average Price

Cheapest

£193

Average Price

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3h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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Additional time*

12h 56m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Ivalo is a flight with an average price of £174.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Ivalo is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.
Yes, you can take a flight between Helsinki and Ivalo.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 11h 6m sooner (1h 50m by flight vs 12h 56m by car) and save roughly £19 compared to fuel and tolls (£174 vs £193). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Helsinki to Ivalo

How to get to Ivalo from Helsinki by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Helsinki to Ivalo is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Finnair
    4:401h45
    Helsinki
    6:25Ivalo
    £1241One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Finnair
    4:401h45
    Helsinki
    6:25Ivalo
    £1241One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Finnair
    4:051h35
    Helsinki
    5:40Ivalo
    £1331One-way
    0 changes

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Best day trips from Ivalo by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Ivalo are Inari. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Ivalo on Omio.

A view of Inari

Day trip from Ivalo to Inari by bus

Why visit Inari for the day?

Inari is a small Lapland village known for Sámi culture and the landscapes around Lake Inari. It feels quieter than larger Arctic resorts, with reindeer herding traditions, northern light winters and bright summer days shaping local life.

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FAQs: Helsinki to Ivalo

Travel to Ivalo easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Helsinki to Ivalo.

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You can travel between Helsinki and Ivalo by flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Ivalo is a flight with an average price of £174.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Ivalo is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.
The Helsinki to Ivalo distance is approximately 952 km.
The average frequency per day from Helsinki to Ivalo is:
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Helsinki and Ivalo as scheduled services by flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Helsinki to Ivalo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Helsinki Vantaa Airport and arrive in Ivalo Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Helsinki to Ivalo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Finnair to go to Ivalo by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Helsinki to Ivalo:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Finnair.
Omio customers who travel from Helsinki to Ivalo often also extend their vacation to go to Rovaniemi, Brussels, Kirkenes, Tromsø, Inari. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Ivalo and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Helsinki to Ivalo, you can take a flight.
Three to four days in Ivalo is typically sufficient to explore its natural beauty, engage in activities like husky sledding and northern lights viewing, and experience local culture.

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