Airfield Status
If you are flying a jet into Kuusamo / Ruka, Kuusamo Airport (Ruka) is one of the airports to look at. Runway: 12/30 – 2,460 m × 45 m asphalt. Customs is by arrangement, so ask for it when you ask for permission. From Kuusamo / Ruka: Ruka resort is about 30 min by car.
- Runway
- 12/30 – 2,460 m × 45 m asphalt
- Customs & immigration
- On request – 4 hours’ notice
- Business jets
- Yes. Business jets
- Opening hours
- Terminal opens 2 hours before departing flights and closes 30 minutes after departure. Other times by arrangement with the handler.
- Prior permission (PPR)
- Confirm with the airport
- Telephone
- +358 20 708 8817
Hours are as the airport publishes them, and we last checked on 30 Sep 2026. They do change, so ring the airport or ask your operator before you set off. Source
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Arrival Protocol
Lentokentäntie, Kuusamo, 93600. The nearest major city is Kuusamo / Ruka, Ruka resort is about 30 min by car.
The directions button takes you to the airport's spot on the map.
Ground Movement: journey times to the airport
By road from the middle of each city, without traffic. Allow extra at busy times and for the final approach to the aviation terminal.
| From | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kuusamo | 15 min | 4 mi · 7 km |
Routes: OSRM, with map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Handling & FBO
These are the handling companies the airport lists for private and business aircraft.
See the full handling and FBO page, or download the directions PDF.
Operational Notes
Private flights use the main airport. Airpro Oy +358 20 708 8848; ScandiAvia Oy 24-hour operations +358 50 364 4002.
No hangar or repair facilities for visiting aircraft. Busy in the winter ski season.
Local businesses
Handling companies and FBOs are on the handling page.
Hotels, restaurants, chauffeurs and other services near Kuusamo Airport (Ruka) will be listed here. Run a business nearby? Get listed.
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Straight-line miles, not road miles.