Helsinki Vantaa Airport is the busiest airport in Finland and serves as the main international hub for the country. Located in the city of Vantaa, approximately 19 kilometres north of central Helsinki, it handles the vast majority of Finland's air traffic and connects the country to destinations across Europe, Asia, and North America. The airport is the home base and main hub of Finnair, which uses it as a connecting point between Europe and Asia. It is operated by Finavia, the Finnish state-owned airport operator. Helsinki Vantaa consistently ranks among the top airports in Europe for passenger satisfaction and operational efficiency. The airport has undergone significant development projects in recent years, including terminal expansions and infrastructure upgrades to accommodate growing passenger numbers. Annual passenger traffic typically exceeds 20 million, though figures fluctuated substantially during the COVID-19 pandemic period.