Getting to Nivunki Village is simpler than its remote setting suggests. Most guests fly to Kittilä Airport (KTT), a 50-minute drive from the village. Others take the night train from Helsinki to Kolari and arrive the next morning. Either way, our driver will be waiting for you.
This guide covers flights, the night train, transfers and driving, so you know exactly how to get to Nivunki Village before you book.
Where is Nivunki Village?
Nivunki Village is at Nivungintie 580, 99300 Muonio, Finland. We sit beside a lake about 20 km from Muonio, north of the Arctic Circle and away from the resort centres and their light pollution. That distance is what keeps our night sky so dark.
Distances from the village:
- Muonio: 20 km
- Ylläs: 40 km
- Levi: 50 km
- Kittilä: 60 km
- Rovaniemi: 210 km
- Tromsø: 550 km
- Helsinki: 1,050 km
Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park lies nearby, and its fells shape the landscape around the village.
How to get to Lapland by plane
Flying is the quickest way to reach us. Kittilä Airport (KTT) is the closest airport, a 50-minute drive from Nivunki Village.
From Helsinki to Kittilä
Helsinki Airport is the main gateway to Finnish Lapland. According to Finavia, flights operate from Helsinki Airport to the Lapland airports of Rovaniemi, Kittilä, Ivalo and Kuusamo. For Nivunki Village, choose Kittilä.
Schedules change from season to season, so check current timetables with the airlines and book your flights when you book your stay. When you land, our driver meets you and brings you to the village. You will find more details in our arrival information.
From the UK, Europe and further afield
If you are wondering how to get to Lapland from the UK or anywhere else abroad, the reliable route is to fly to Helsinki and connect to Kittilä. Helsinki Airport is well connected across Europe and beyond.
Finavia has reported additional seasonal routes to Lapland airports in recent winters, so there may be a more direct option for your dates. Routes vary from year to year, so check current schedules with the airlines before you plan around one.
How to get to Lapland by night train
The night train from Helsinki to Kolari is a calm way to begin your trip: you board in Helsinki and wake up in Lapland.
VR’s Santa Claus Express runs to Rovaniemi, Kolari or Kemijärvi. For Nivunki Village, travel to Kolari, where you arrive the morning after leaving Helsinki railway station. You can choose a seat or your own sleeper cabin, and some cabins have their own shower and toilet. You can also book a spot for your car, and bicycles and luggage travel with you.
When you arrive in Kolari, our driver meets you at the station.
Transfers from Kittilä Airport and Kolari station
We recommend arriving at Kittilä Airport or Kolari train station, and our driver will be waiting for you. There is no onward transport to arrange yourself.
Send us your flight or train details when you book, or as soon as your plans are confirmed, and arrange your transfer with our team. The transfer from Kittilä Airport takes about 50 minutes. From the moment you arrive, you are in our care. That is väärti, the old Lappish way of hosting travellers: a trusted companion who guides, hosts and stands by you.
Driving to Nivunki Village
If you are driving, set your navigation to Nivungintie 580, 99300 Muonio, Finland. The village is 20 km from Muonio, 60 km from Kittilä, 210 km from Rovaniemi and 1,050 km from Helsinki. Winter driving in Lapland calls for care and extra time, so check conditions before you set out.
Your travel options at a glance
| Option | Where you arrive | Final leg to the village | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fly to Kittilä | Kittilä Airport (KTT) | Our driver, about 50 minutes | Connect via Helsinki or check seasonal routes |
| Night train to Kolari | Kolari railway station, the next morning | Our driver meets you | Seat or sleeper cabin; car spaces available |
| Drive | Nivungintie 580, 99300 Muonio | Your own route | Allow extra time in winter |
Tips for arrival day
A little preparation makes your arrival in Lapland smoother.
- Share your flight or train details with our team in advance
- Keep a warm layer in your hand luggage
- Plan your day around the 15.00 check-in
- Leave your heaviest winter gear at home, since premium winter clothing is included in your stay
- Save our contact details offline: info@nivunkivillage.com and +358 10 739 3220
- Allow buffer time for winter weather
Frequently asked questions
How far is Kittilä Airport from Nivunki Village?
Kittilä Airport (KTT) is a 50-minute drive from Nivunki Village, which makes it the closest airport and the easiest arrival point for most guests. Our driver meets you at the airport and brings you straight to the village, so there is no need to rent a car or find your own way.
Can you get to Lapland by train from Helsinki?
Yes. VR’s Santa Claus Express runs from Helsinki to Rovaniemi, Kolari and Kemijärvi. For Nivunki Village, take the night train to Kolari, where you arrive the following morning. You can choose a seat or a sleeper cabin, and some cabins have their own shower and toilet. Our driver meets you at Kolari station.
How do I get from Kittilä Airport to Muonio?
If you are staying with us, the easiest way is our transfer. Our driver meets you at Kittilä Airport and brings you to Nivunki Village in about 50 minutes. The village itself is 20 km from Muonio. If you are driving yourself, allow extra time for winter conditions.
Do I need a car at Nivunki Village?
Not to get here, and not to enjoy your stay. Our driver meets you at Kittilä Airport or Kolari station, and our guided activities are arranged through the village. A car only makes sense if you want to explore the wider region on your own.
How far is Nivunki Village from Levi and Ylläs?
Nivunki Village is 50 km from Levi and 40 km from Ylläs. That distance from the busier resort centres is what keeps our night sky dark and our surroundings quiet.
What is the best way to get to Lapland from the UK?
The most reliable way to get to Lapland from the UK is to fly to Helsinki and connect to Kittilä Airport (KTT). In some winters, seasonal routes also fly to Lapland airports, so check current schedules with the airlines. Whichever route you choose, our driver meets you at Kittilä for the final 50 minutes to the village.
Arriving at Nivunki Village
When you reach Nivunki Village, the journey ends and the stay begins. Check-in is at 15.00, and premium winter clothing is included, so you can step outside into the snow soon after you arrive. Your glass kota is ready, and the village, a wilderness farm founded in the 1800s, is waiting to be explored.
The remoteness that makes the journey worth planning is the same quality that defines the place. There are no crowds and no noise from a neighbouring hotel bar. Just the lake, the forest and, if the sky cooperates, the lights moving overhead.
To arrange your transfer or ask about the journey, contact us at info@nivunkivillage.com or +358 10 739 3220. We will take it from there.