Turku is a good alternative to Helsinki for the south-west coast, and its airport is about 7 km north of the city. For private jet charter at Turku Airport, business jets and larger aircraft can use a 2,500-metre runway.
The airfield and control tower are open 24 hours, and handling is with Airpro or Inter Handling.
Charter-A arranges the handler and customs request, and confirms the plan with you at booking. Customs is on request through Finnish Customs, and fuelling, security and de-icing are also available around the clock. The terminal is open to suit flight schedules.
Flying privately to Turku
Runway 08/26 is 2,500 m by 60 m asphalt, suitable for business jets and larger. The airfield and control tower are open 24 hours, and fuelling, security and de-icing are also around the clock. The terminal is open to suit flight schedules, and handling is available during operational hours. Customs is on request through Finnish Customs. Handling is with Airpro Oy or Inter Handling Finland Oy. Charter-A arranges the handler and customs request and confirms timings at booking. The airfield itself never closes, which helps with late arrivals.
Turku airport guide
A one-page Charter-A information sheet to keep or pass to your driver: runway, hours, customs, handling and where to arrive.
Download the PDF (382 KB)Turku Airport at a glance
| Location | Lentoasemantie 150, Turku, 20360 |
|---|---|
| Codes | ICAO EFTU · IATA TKU |
| Region | Southwest Finland, Finland |
| Nearest city | Turku — About 7 km north of Turku |
| Opening hours | Airfield and control tower open 24 hours; terminal open to suit flight schedules. |
| Customs & immigration | On request – Finnish Customs +358 295 527 041 |
| Runway | 08/26 – 2,500 m × 60 m asphalt |
| Private jets | Yes — business jets and larger |
| Handling / FBO | Airpro Oy · Inter Handling Finland Oy |
| Airport website | finavia.fi |
Details checked 30 September 2026 against the airport’s own published information (ais.fi, finavia.fi). Hours, customs and handling are reconfirmed for every flight at booking.
Why fly to Turku
Turku is Finland’s old capital, on the south-west coast, with a river running through the centre, a medieval castle and the Turku archipelago offshore. The airport is about 7 km north of the city. It is a good alternative to Helsinki for the south-west coast and the archipelago. The archipelago is popular for summer boating.
Private jet flight times to Turku
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize or heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | 920 nm · 1,700 km | 2 hr 50 min | 2 hr 25 min |
| Manchester | 905 nm · 1,670 km | 2 hr 50 min | 2 hr 25 min |
| Edinburgh | 850 nm · 1,570 km | 2 hr 40 min | 2 hr 15 min |
| Paris | 970 nm · 1,790 km | 3 hr | 2 hr 35 min |
| Geneva | 1,030 nm · 1,900 km | 3 hr 10 min | 2 hr 40 min |
| Nice | 1,150 nm · 2,130 km | 3 hr 30 min | 3 hr |
Approximate airborne times in still air, worked out from the great-circle distance. Routing, winds and the aircraft chosen change them on the day; your quote gives the planned time for your flight.
Which aircraft?
From London, Turku is a sector of about 920 nautical miles. Light jets fly it non-stop; very light jets may need a fuel stop. Midsize jets and super midsize jets add cabin space and baggage room, and heavy jets suit larger groups. Non-stop range always depends on passengers, baggage and the winds on the day.
Turku: your questions answered
Is Turku Airport open 24 hours?
Yes. The airfield and control tower are open around the clock, and handling is available during operational hours. Charter-A confirms your timings. Fuelling, security and de-icing are also around the clock.
Is Turku a good alternative to Helsinki?
Yes, for the south-west coast and the Turku archipelago. Charter-A can compare both airports for your destination. Turku is also within reach of the archipelago islands.
How far is Turku Airport from Turku?
About 7 km north of the city. Handling is through Airpro Oy or Inter Handling Finland Oy.
How long is the flight from London to Turku by private jet?
About 2 hr 50 min in a light jet and 2 hr 25 min in a midsize or heavy jet, over roughly 920 nautical miles. These are approximate airborne times; routing and winds change them on the day.
Is there an airport guide for Turku Airport I can download?
Yes. Charter-A’s airport information sheet for Turku Airport is free to download from this page as a PDF. It sets out the runway, opening hours, customs, handling agents and where to arrive for a private flight.
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