Mariehamn Airport serves the capital of the Åland Islands, an autonomous and demilitarized Swedish-speaking archipelago, a Finnish territory with its own special status, about 3 km from the city center.
The Åland Islands have their own flag, their own postage stamps, and distinct license plates, while using the euro and being part of Finland and the European Union.
How to get to Mariehamn Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to MHQ
Parking near Mariehamn Airport
A reasonably sized parking area is located not far from the terminal.
There is no attendance staff, and prices remain reasonable.
How to get to Mariehamn from MHQ
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Mariehamn Airport
Some car rental operators have desks in the arrivals area, useful for exploring the archipelago.
You simply need a driving licence, passport and credit card.
Hotels near Mariehamn Airport
Mariehamn centre and the harbour
3.5 km from the airport: taxi 5-10 minutes (15-25€); on foot it is about 3 km along a route partly without pavement, not advisable at night; bus line 4 runs on an infrequent schedule.
Best for: Those who want the harbour, the Esplanaden and the capital's restaurants within walking distance.
- The whole centre is walkable, including the harbour, the Esplanaden and the Torggatan shops
- Several styles of stay a few minutes apart: large hotels with a pool, boutique hotels, modern apartments
- No fast, frequent link from the airport: a taxi is almost always needed
- In autumn and winter many harbourfront restaurants cut their hours or close early
Recommended hotels
- Hotel Arkipelag On Mariehamn's eastern harbour, a few steps from Lilla Holmen beach; indoor and outdoor pools, three restaurants and a nightclub in the same building. View availability
- Hotel Pommern In the heart of Mariehamn, 300 metres from the harbour; every room is Nordic Swan certified, and the Kvarter5 restaurant serves Nordic cuisine. View availability
- Park Alandia Hotel A family-run hotel on the tree-lined Esplanaden, with an indoor pool and 92 rooms in a classic style; 4 km from the airport. View availability
- Esplanad Suites Modern apartments with their own kitchen, four minutes on foot from the old town and near St. Göran's church; convenient for families or longer stays. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal has modest dimensions, befitting its role as a hub for the autonomous archipelago.
The recommended advance time for flights is 1 hour.
Map of Mariehamn Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Are the Åland Islands part of Finland?
Yes, they are Finnish territory with a special autonomous status: official Swedish language, demilitarization, and their own flag, stamps and license plates.
Q. Why is Åland known for duty-free shopping?
Although part of the European Union, it remains outside the EU VAT area: this allows duty-free shopping on ferries to and from Sweden.
Q. What language is spoken on the Åland Islands?
Swedish is the archipelago's only official language, unlike the rest of Finland where Finnish predominates.
Q. What is there to see in the port of Mariehamn?
The Pommern, a four-masted sailing ship from 1903 preserved as a floating museum right in the harbor, a testament to the Åland Islands' historic merchant sailing fleet.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights