International hub · Kuopio, Finland
Kuopio
- Elevation
- 323 ft
- Coordinates
- 63°00′N 27°48′E
- Local time
- Europe/Helsinki
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Field information
EFKU runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Kuopio (EFKU/KUO) has one runway, 15/33, 9,186 ft (2,800 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 5. Operating hours: Open 24 hours (H24). Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at EFKU, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Europe/Helsinki
Country
Finland
FI
Municipality
Kuopio / Siilinjärvi
Elevation
323 ft
Position
63.0071, 27.7978
Traffic level
High
Fuel
Jet A-1
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 5
Operating hours
Open 24 hours (H24)
Airport category
A
No special crew requirements
Runways · EFKU
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/33 | 9,186 ft (2,800 m) | 197 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at EFKU.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Kuopio (EFKU / KUO) in Kuopio, Finland, through one 24/7 OCC desk. EFKU is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at EFKU
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Finland
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Finland. Applicable permit lead times for Finland are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Finland are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at EFKU
Direct FBO and handler coordination at EFKU covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at EFKU
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at EFKU is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to EFKU
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for EFKU: 63° 0′ 26″ N 27° 47′ 52″ E; elevation 323 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Kuopio
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Kuopio. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at EFKU.
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Cargo Operations at EFKU
Support for freighter operations into EFKU covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where EFKU sits in the network
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Operating into EFKU?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Kuopio — one desk for the whole trip.