KLM flies to Kittilä: Direct flights from Amsterdam to Finnish Lapland

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KLM expands winter flight schedule with new route to Kittilä, Finnish Lapland

With the inclusion of Kittilä in its 2025/2026 winter flight schedule, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is setting another milestone in its flight offerings to Northern Scandinavia. Starting November 23, 2025, travelers will be able to conveniently fly directly from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Kittilä Airport on Sundays. This new connection underscores the growing importance of Finnish Lapland as a sought-after winter travel destination, as Kittilä serves as the perfect gateway to the idyllic winter sports and natural landscapes of Northern Finland.

Details about the new flight connection

Flights between Amsterdam and Kittilä are operated with modern Boeing 737-800 aircraft and depart once a week, every Sunday. Departure from Amsterdam is scheduled at 12:20 PM. After a flight time of approximately three hours, passengers arrive at their destination around 4:20 PM. Return flights from Kittilä depart at 5:10 PM and arrive in Amsterdam at 7:20 PM.

These flight times allow for convenient daily schedules and are optimally coordinated with connecting flights and connections from Germany: Travelers can arrive from nine German airports via Amsterdam, which significantly improves accessibility to the destination even without direct flights from Germany.

Kittilä – gateway to the winter sports paradises of Levi and Ylläs

Kittilä Airport is the ideally located gateway to the renowned ski resorts of Levi and Ylläs, two of the most popular winter destinations in Finnish Lapland. Here, winter sports enthusiasts will find challenging slopes for both beginners and professionals, well-groomed cross-country ski trails, and numerous opportunities for snowboarding.

But it’s not just skiers who get their money’s worth: reindeer safaris, husky tours, snowshoe hikes, and the unique natural experience of the Northern Lights make Kittilä a versatile destination. Those seeking relaxation and adventure beyond the traditional winter sports will also find what they’re looking for here.

Increasing demand for Lapland as a winter travel destination

The launch of the new flight route is a direct result of Lapland‘s growing popularity as a winter destination. Nature lovers and active holidaymakers from all over Europe are discovering the region for winter experiences beyond mass tourism and urban centers.

With this new connection, KLM is responding to growing demand and facilitating access to Lapland. For travelers from Germany, the Netherlands, and other European countries, this means a direct and easy journey without costly detours.

Additional frequency increase to Rovaniemi

In addition to the new connection to Kittilä, KLM is also increasing frequencies on its established route to Rovaniemi, the capital of Finnish Lapland, in the 2025/2026 winter flight schedule. Instead of the previous three weekly flights, the airline will now fly there four times a week from Amsterdam during the winter: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

With this expanded offering, KLM continues to strengthen its position as the leading airline for connections to Lapland and underlines the importance of the region as a growth driver for European winter tourism.

Advantages of the new KLM route for travelers

The new flight options mean numerous advantages for holidaymakers and business passengers:

Convenient connections: A weekly direct flight simplifies travel planning and shortens overall travel time. Diverse activities: Direct access to renowned ski and outdoor destinations enables a wide range of winter experiences. Optimized connecting flights: Travelers from numerous German cities can reach Kittilä quickly and conveniently via Amsterdam. More flexible travel options: Thanks to additional frequencies to Rovaniemi, guests have more choice and options for exploring Lapland.

Conclusion

With the launch of the new route to Kittilä in winter 2025/2026 and the increased frequency to Rovaniemi, KLM is successfully expanding its commitment to Scandinavian winter air travel. The airline is thus opening the doors to the fascinating, untouched nature of Finnish Lapland even more effectively for a curious audience from all over Europe.

Winter sports enthusiasts, nature lovers, and adventure holidaymakers in particular will benefit from the convenient connections and extensive range of leisure activities. The new route is therefore not only an opportunity for KLM and the aviation industry, but also a benefit for the growing tourism industry in Lapland.

With this strategic expansion of its winter flight schedule, KLM demonstrates that it is actively responding to the needs of travelers and, at the same time, making a significant contribution to the development of sustainable winter tourism in Europe’s northernmost region.