Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) → Ylläs (Äkäslompolo) transfer
Ylläs is 178 km from Rovaniemi Airport, a drive of about 136–170 minutes to Äkäslompolo, and a private transfer usually costs around €330–430 by car or €430–560 by minivan. The exact price is shown before you book.
- From
- Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
- To
- Ylläs (Äkäslompolo)
- Distance
- 178 km
- Typical drive
- 136–170 min
The driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign and drives you directly to your cabin or hotel in Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi, the two villages on either side of the Ylläs fell.
Äkäslompolo or Ylläsjärvi: two villages, one fell
Ylläs is not one resort centre but a fell with a village on each side. Äkäslompolo on the northern side is the larger one, with shops, restaurants and many cabins along the lake. Ylläsjärvi lies on the southern side and is smaller and quieter.
The drive time and price above refer to Äkäslompolo. Make sure your booking shows the right village and the exact address, because the two sides are some distance apart by road.
What the drive looks like
From Rovaniemi the route follows main road 79 northwest through forest towards Kittilä, then continues on smaller roads west to the Ylläs villages. The last part is quieter, with snow banks along the road and long distances between houses.
Winter tyres are standard, and drivers adjust their speed to snow, darkness and reindeer, which are common on the roads around Ylläs.
Who stays in Ylläs
- Cross-country skiers
- Ylläs has a large network of groomed trails, many leading into Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park. Declare long ski bags when booking.
- Families in cabins
- Many guests rent self-catering cabins. If you plan a grocery stop on the way, ask about it when booking.
- Downhill skiers
- The fell has long slopes on both sides, but the atmosphere stays calm compared with busier resorts.
Return transfer to Rovaniemi Airport
Book the pickup about 5 hours before departure. The drive can take close to 3 hours in winter, and you need a margin for snow and for check-in. Changeover days at the cabins are often the same for many guests, so arrange the time in advance.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the transfer from Rovaniemi Airport to Ylläs?
About 136–170 minutes for 178 km to Äkäslompolo. In heavy snow it can take a little longer.
Does the price differ between Äkäslompolo and Ylläsjärvi?
It can, because the distance by road is different. Enter your exact address and the price for that address is shown before booking.
Can you carry cross-country skis?
Yes, if you declare them when booking. Long ski bags need the right vehicle, often a minivan for families.
Will the driver find our cabin in the dark?
Send the cabin name, address and any key-box or access notes in advance. The local driver knows the villages and can call or message you on WhatsApp if needed.