Aspire Lounge - Two lounges located on the first floor, next to gate 13 (5:00 am to 7:00 pm), and on the second floor, next to gate 27 (5:00 am to 8:00 pm). Admission is limited to 3 hours prior to flight departure. Computers, snacks, beverages, TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, printing services, shoeshine. Access: with Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club membership, by booking online or paying at the door (€39.00).
Finnair Lounge - Two lounges located next to gates 22 and 52, open from 5:30 am to 11:30 pm and 6:00 am to 1:00 am, respectively. Drinks, food, work and relaxation areas, newspapers, printers, power sockets, showers, sauna, Wi-Fi, children's area. Access: with Finnair Plus Platinum, Gold or Silver membership, Finnair business class passengers, Oneworld airlines first or business class passengers, Emerald or Sapphire members, or paying at the door (€48.00).
Plaza Premium Arrivals Lounge - Arrivals Hall, available from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm. Maximum stay: 2 hours. Sleeping pods, air conditioning, beverages, conference facilities, Wi-Fi, TV, snacks, showers. Access: with Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club membership, or paying at the door (€49.00).
Plaza Premium Lounge - Situated on the mezzanine level, between gates 34 and 40, non-Schengen area. Open from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. Maximum stay: 2 hours. Children's area, sleeping pods, air-conditioning, drinks, TV, meals, showers, Wi-Fi. Access: with Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club membership, or paying at the door (€59.00).
VIP lounges at HEL
Which VIP lounges are at Helsinki Vantaa airport (HEL), where they are and how to get in. See also the airport guide for general information.
Opening hours and access conditions can change at any time. Check with the lounge before you go.
Lounge access with Priority Pass
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Facilities and services
The airport has ATMs, bureaux de change (6:00 am to 2:00 am), mailboxes, VIP lounges, power sockets for electrical devices, internet kiosks and Wi-Fi access free of charge. A business centre is available on the third floor with several conference and meeting rooms.
Food and Drinks
Numerous options are available, including cafes, restaurants, bars, fast food outlets and vending machines. Nordic Kitchen, Richie's Gourmet Hot Dogs, Subway and Toastery are open 24 hours a day.Shopping
Duty-free stores in the Departures area and the baggage reclaim hall, souvenirs, press, apparel, accessories, jewellery, cosmetics, books, sweets, handicrafts, local goods, toys, electronics.Baggage
Porter services around the clock (Tel +358 405 927 814). Secure wrapping and left luggage service in the Arrivals Hall, from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm (Tel +358 981 711 968). Lost and found office on floor 1, Mondays through Fridays between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm (Tel +358 981 711 968; e-mail: [email protected]; online form).Other Services
Art galleries, children's play areas, pharmacies, petrol station, aviation museum, medical centre, baby care facilities, drinking fountains, prayer room.How to get into a lounge
- Lounge membership: programs like Priority Pass give access to independent lounges in many airports, for an annual fee or per visit.
- Credit cards: some premium cards include lounge visits. Check whether your card covers the lounges at HEL and how many guests you can bring.
- Ticket or status: business and first class tickets, and frequent flyer status with an airline or its alliance, usually give access to the airline's lounges.
- Day pass: many lounges sell entry at the door when there is space. Prices and rules vary.
Long layover? See hotels and overnight stay. Need help moving around the airport? See special assistance at HEL.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use a lounge at Helsinki Vantaa airport (HEL) without a business class ticket?
Usually yes: many lounges accept lounge memberships such as Priority Pass, some premium credit cards, airline status or a paid day pass at the door. Each lounge sets its own rules, so check the conditions of the one you want to use.
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