Varkaus Airport — Varkaus / Joroinen, Finland
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Distance & flight time from VRK
Varkaus Airport
Varkaus Airport serves the town of Varkaus in the North Savonia region of eastern Finland, offering domestic connections that support the local pulp and paper manufacturing industry central to the area's economy. VRK has historically handled scheduled flights to Helsinki, though service levels have fluctuated over the years in line with broader trends affecting Finland's regional airport network. The airport features a single runway designed for smaller regional aircraft and modest passenger facilities. Varkaus itself is known for its industrial heritage, and the airport has periodically supported cargo and business travel tied to the town's manufacturing base alongside limited passenger operations.
Runways at Varkaus Airport (VRK)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 6562 ft (2000 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Varkaus Airport (VRK)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.325 MHz |
| MISC | AFIS | 120.4 MHz |
Airports near Varkaus Airport (VRK)
- Savonlinna Airport (SVL) — 61.6 km (38.3 mi)
- Mikkeli Airport (MIK) — 64.2 km (39.9 mi)
- Kuopio Airport (KUO) — 93.0 km (57.8 mi)
- Joensuu Airport (JOE) — 105.2 km (65.4 mi)
- Kitee Airport (KTQ) — 114.5 km (71.1 mi)
- Jyväskylä Airport (JYV) — 116.1 km (72.1 mi)
- Lappeenranta Airport (LPP) — 126.1 km (78.4 mi)
- Utti Air Base (UTI) — 150.1 km (93.3 mi)
Varkaus Airport (VRK) serves eastern Finland's paper and pulp manufacturing town of Varkaus, historically offering domestic connections to Helsinki for regional business travel.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Varkaus Airport?
The IATA code for Varkaus Airport is VRK.
What is the ICAO code for Varkaus Airport?
The ICAO code for Varkaus Airport is EFVR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.