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Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Rovaniemi Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
Lots of security around, but they did not bother me.
– Felix
RVN Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Rovaniemi Airport.
What to Expect
Santa Claus’ “official” airport, Rovaniemi Airport (code: RVN), has a small, modern terminal that handles Helsinki commuter flights and European routes in the busy winter season. Amenities are limited to a landside restaurant, an airside cafe, a couple of souvenir shops and free WiFi. Mail a postcard from the Santa Claus Post Office with a specially stamped postmark.
Sleeping in Rovaniemi Airport
The airport closes nightly, by 12:00 AM but as early as 10:30 AM on certain days, so overnight stays are impossible. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer a shuttle service. See our Airport Hotels section below for more info.
Read the latest traveller airport reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Rovaniemi Airport Guide.
In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport opens approximately two hours before the first scheduled departure and closes after the last flight. Overnight stays are not possible once the terminal closes.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
The airport has an airside seating area with rocking chairs.
Cots
The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, there are hotels near Rovaniemi Airport:
- Santa Claus Holiday Village – Free airport transfers. For airport pick-up, notify the hotel at least two days before arrival. » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Rovaniemi, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
As of this update, we could not confirm whether the airport has any first-class or business lounges. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Drinking Water
Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.
Food & Drinks
There are no 24-hour food options. A small number of cafés and restaurants operate during scheduled flight hours only.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Power outlets to charge your mobile devices are available.
Showers
Unavailable. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi/Internet
Free WiFi is available. Connect to the “Free WiFi for you by Finavia” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
Note: Locations, hours, and rates may change. Information is provided for general reference only.
- ATMs / Cash Machines – Not available.
- Baby Changing Facilities – Changing tables are available in restrooms.
- Baggage Carts – Available free of charge.
- Children’s Play Area – Located near Gate 6. Seating is available for accompanying adults.
- Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free and a small gift shop are available.
- Information Desk – Located landside near the security checkpoint.
Post Office – A mailbox is available in the terminal for sending letters. - Travel Agencies – Travel agencies and tour operators are available.
Bus and Train
RVN airport is well connected to the public transportation system. Whether you are looking for a bus to the city centre, a ski resort, the local train station or Santa’s village, there is probably an option for you. For more information, visit the Rovaniemi Airport website.
The airport is also served by a shuttle bus offering service to the city centre with several stops at popular hotels en route. At the time of this update, one-way adult fare starts at 7,00€. For routes and schedule information, visit the Airport Bus website.
Car Rentals
The following car rental companies have offices on-site: Avis • Budget • Europcar • Firent • Finn-Rent • Green Motion • Hertz • Scandia Rent • Sixt. Location: first floor of the terminal. Note that some offices are only open with prior reservations; be sure to check in advance.
Hotel Shuttles
See also Airport Hotels above.
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at the airport.
Last updated: 2026-03-26
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.