Nordic winter travel: Finland tops demand, prices on the rise

Lapland adventures remain in focus – new flights open fresh options

For the coming winter season, Finnish Lapland continues to be the most popular destination among the Nordic countries. Experiences such as reindeer encounters, husky safaris, Northern Lights tours, and stays in glass igloos are in high demand. Around Christmas, the Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi further boosts the region’s appeal.

Rising costs in Finland

While Norway, Sweden, and Iceland show only moderate price adjustments, Finland stands out with significantly higher costs. According to specialists Tuja Reisen, Troll Tours, Wolters Rundreisen, as well as major operators TUI and Dertour, airfare increases are the main driver. However, product managers expect prices to remain stable for now, given the sufficient flight capacity available.

New flight routes

Additional routes provide more options for travelers: TUI Fly is launching direct flights to the Sälen-Trysil ski area on the Swedish-Norwegian border. Discover Airlines will also connect to Alta in northern Norway – a hotspot for Northern Lights viewing and Arctic adventures.

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