Rovaniemi Airport (EFRO)
Large airport · Rovaniemi, Lapland Region, Finland
Airport data
| Name | Rovaniemi Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | EFRO |
| IATA | RVN |
| Elevation | 642 ft (196 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 66°33'48" E 25°49'47" 66.56333, 25.82975 |
| Location | Rovaniemi, Lapland Region, Finland |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 9,849 ft (3002 m) | 197 ft | ASP | Yes |
Rovaniemi Airport at a glance
Rovaniemi Airport is a large airport in Rovaniemi, Lapland Region, Finland, known to airline systems as RVN. The field elevation of 642 ft (196 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at EFRO are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 03/21, offers 9,849 ft (3002 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for EFRO shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Rovaniemi Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sodankyla Airport | EFSO | 99 km (53 NM) |
| Kemi-Tornio Airport | EFKE | 104 km (56 NM) |
| Kittilä International Airport | EFKT | 133 km (72 NM) |
| Kuusamo Airport | EFKS | 165 km (89 NM) |
| Oulu Airport | EFOU | 183 km (99 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Rovaniemi Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 642 ft field elevation of Rovaniemi Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 31 airports and airfields we list for Finland — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Rovaniemi Airport
What is the ICAO code of Rovaniemi Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Rovaniemi Airport is EFRO, and its IATA code is RVN. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Rovaniemi Airport above sea level?
Rovaniemi Airport sits at an elevation of 642 feet (196 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Rovaniemi Airport located?
The airport lies at 66.5633, 25.8298 — in Rovaniemi, Lapland Region, Finland, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Sodankyla Airport, about 99 km away.
Does EFRO publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for EFRO appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Rovaniemi Airport?
Rovaniemi Airport has one runway. The longest, 03/21, measures 9,849 ft (3002 m) with a ASP surface.