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How to Get to Levi, Finland — Flights, Night Trains, Buses & Transfers
The fastest way to reach Levi is to fly to Kittilä Airport (KTT), just 15 km (about 15 minutes) from the resort. Helsinki–Kittilä takes around 1 hour 25 minutes, with daily Finnair flights year-round and direct seasonal flights from many European cities in winter. You can also take an overnight train from Helsinki to Kolari or Rovaniemi and continue to Levi by connecting bus, or drive the scenic route north.
Flying to Levi
Kittilä Airport (KTT) is the closest airport to Levi, just 15 km (about 15 minutes) from the resort. It is Finland's third-largest airport and the busiest charter airport in Lapland during winter.
Daily flights from Helsinki
Finnair flies Helsinki–Kittilä daily year-round (~1h 25min), with multiple daily flights during peak season.
Seasonal European flights
Direct seasonal winter flights (Nov–Mar/Apr) to Kittilä from London, Paris, Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin, Amsterdam, Zürich, and more.
Airport transfer
Airport buses (Tunturilinjat) run for every scheduled flight; transfer to Levi takes ~15–20 minutes.
TunturilinjatTaking the Night Train to Levi
Overnight to Lapland
Finland's national railway VR runs overnight sleeper trains from Helsinki to Lapland. There is no railway station in Levi itself — the nearest station is Kolari (about 80 km away), followed by Rovaniemi (about 170 km). A connecting bus meets each night train, so you sleep on the way north and arrive rested in the morning.
Night trains in FinlandOn board the night train
The train departs Helsinki in the early evening (~18–19) and arrives in Lapland the next morning (~06–08). You can choose a seat or a private sleeper cabin. You can also bring your car on the car-carrier train — ideal because distances in Lapland are long.
Night train tipsGetting to Levi by Bus
Bus connections to Levi
From Kittilä Airport to Levi: airport buses (Tunturilinjat) run for every scheduled flight; journey ~20 min. From Rovaniemi to Levi: frequent, reliable bus connections, journey time ~2.5 hours. From Kolari station to Levi: train bus meets every night train (~80 km). Long-distance: in winter OnniBus runs Helsinki–Lahti–Jyväskylä–Oulu–Rovaniemi.
Book tickets on MatkahuoltoDriving to Levi — Distances
Driving conditions
Levi is accessible by car year-round. In winter, ensure you have winter tires and allow extra time; watch out for reindeer on the road. Limited parking in Levi centre; electric car charging points available.
| From | Distance to Levi | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kittilä Airport (KTT) | 15 km (~15 min) | Closest airport |
| Kittilä village | 17 km | |
| Kolari train station | 80 km | Nearest station |
| Rovaniemi | 170 km (~2.5 h) | Nearest city |
| Oulu | 360 km | |
| Helsinki | 980 km (~11 h) | Consider car-carrier train |
Getting Around in Levi
Ski Bus, taxis & car rental
Airport transfers: buses, taxis, private minibusses. Ski Bus (winter): runs between Levi fell and accommodation areas every 30 minutes, 9 am–7 pm, two routes. Car rental: available in Levi centre (Enterprise, Omago, 24/7 car-sharing).
Ski bus in Levi areaFrequently Asked Questions About Getting to Levi
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Plan Your Trip to Levi
Book your stay at Nulkka Chalet — close to slopes, Northern Lights, and all activities.