Flying from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE): What you need to know
London has numerous airports to fly out of. Explore your departure options from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) when organising your flight from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE). Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) are the other main bases in the city.
Joensuu Airport is located in Joensuu. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your flight from London to JOE, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, plan to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Whether you're hoping to discover a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from London to JOE.
Travelling from central London to LHR takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from London to Joensuu Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
68.18% of flights taking off from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
You can arrive at LGW from the centre of London in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your London to JOE flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
You can book a flight ticket from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE) out of Stansted Airport (STN) with a stopover. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is a busy connecting point.
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Joensuu Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
The on-time performance rating of STN is 64.73%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport arrive as planned.
About Joensuu Airport (JOE)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Joensuu Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near JOE:
Getting from Joensuu Airport (JOE) to central Joensuu
Joensuu Airport to central Joensuu is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE)
₹ 16,559 is the best price for a one-way ticket from London to Joensuu Airport. Return flights start at ₹ 35,745. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to JOE. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap London to Joensuu Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from London to JOE.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Joensuu Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from London to Joensuu Airport (JOE). June is when most people travel to Joensuu. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in December.
Book a London to JOE flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Joensuu to range from 11ºC to 25ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -17ºC and 0ºC. Look for cheap tickets from London to Joensuu Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Joensuu
After booking your flight from London to Joensuu Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Joensuu:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Kuhasalo Nature Trail, Joensuu arboretum and Botanical Garden and Tropical Butterfly Garden are must-visits when exploring Joensuu.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Joensuu, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Travel around 274 kilometres south-west to Lahti to tick off its top attractions. From Lahti Art Museum to Sibelius hall and Messila Maailma Oy Ski Centre, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 105 kilometres west of Joensuu, Kuopio is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Puijo Nature Trails, Jatkankamppa Smoke Sauna and Kuopio Harbour.
