Gateway to Finland's Kainuu region in the north.
Opened
1940
Location
Kajaani, Finland
Kajaani Airport (IATA: KAJ, ICAO: EFKI) is a regional airport serving the city of Kajaani in the Kainuu region of central-eastern Finland. It provides essential air connectivity for the region, linking it to Helsinki and supporting both business and leisure travel.
The airport is owned and operated by Finavia, the Finnish state-owned company that manages most of Finland's airports. It handles a modest volume of passengers annually, reflecting its regional character.
Kajaani is a hub for winter tourism and outdoor activities in the Kainuu region, and the airport plays a supporting role in connecting visitors to the area's nature destinations and services.
Terminals
The airport has a single, compact passenger terminal suited to its regional traffic volume.
Getting to & from
The airport is located approximately 8 kilometres from Kajaani city centre, accessible by taxi and local bus connections.
Airlines here
Finnair and its partners have historically provided scheduled services connecting Kajaani to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Notable facts
- ›Operated by Finavia, Finland's state airport network operator.
- ›Serves the Kainuu region, known for wilderness, hiking, and winter sports.
- ›The airport's runway is approximately 2,500 metres in length.
- ›Kajaani is one of Finland's smaller regional airports but maintains year-round scheduled service.
- ›The surrounding region is sparsely populated, making the airport critical for regional accessibility.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
