Kuusamo Airport — Kuusamo, Finland
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Distance & flight time from KAO
Kuusamo Airport
Kuusamo Airport (KAO) serves the town of Kuusamo in northeastern Finland, near the Russian border and close to Oulanka National Park and the Ruka ski resort. KAO sees a strong seasonal pattern, with winter traffic spiking due to skiing tourism, including charter flights from other European countries during peak ski season, alongside year-round domestic service to Helsinki. The airport plays an outsized role for the local economy given how central tourism is to the Kuusamo-Ruka area, one of Finland's most popular winter sports destinations. Summer traffic is lighter but still supported by hikers and nature tourists drawn to the region's forests, rivers, and gorges. KAO's runway and terminal are sized modestly but scale operationally to accommodate the seasonal surges tied to the ski season.
Runways at Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 8202 ft (2500 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | AFIS | 118.65 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 114.4 MHz |
Airports near Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
- Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) — 165.4 km (102.8 mi)
- Sodankyla Airport (SOT) — 194.3 km (120.7 mi)
- Kajaani Airport (KAJ) — 202.6 km (125.9 mi)
- Kemi-Tornio Airport (KEM) — 212.8 km (132.2 mi)
- Oulu Airport (OUL) — 214.5 km (133.3 mi)
- Kittilä International Airport (KTT) — 270.4 km (168.0 mi)
- Ivalo Airport (IVL) — 301.7 km (187.5 mi)
- Ylivieska Airfield (YLI) — 301.7 km (187.5 mi)
KAO is Kuusamo Airport, serving the Ruka ski resort area in northeastern Finland. Searchers typically want winter charter flight schedules or seasonal international routes tied to the ski season.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Kuusamo Airport?
The IATA code for Kuusamo Airport is KAO.
What is the ICAO code for Kuusamo Airport?
The ICAO code for Kuusamo Airport is EFKS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.