Tampere-Pirkkala Airport serves Tampere, Finland's third-largest city, an important industrial and cultural center, approximately 17 km from the city center.
Tampere is known for its museums, repurposed industrial districts on the shores of lakes, and as a base for exploring the Finnish lake region.
How to get to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to TMP
Parking near Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
The airport's official parking area is located in front of the terminal.
Video surveillance is active; the cost is around 2–4 euros per hour, more economical on a daily basis.
How to get to Tampere from TMP
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
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Car rental at Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
Major car rental companies have a desk in the arrivals hall.
You simply need a driver's license, passport, and credit card.
Hotels near Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
Centre and railway station
Nysse bus 103 to the airport in 30-40 minutes, with departures timed to flight schedules; the main stop is right in front of the railway and bus station.
Best for: Those who want Hämeenkatu street, the lakeside museums and the station within walking distance, with the airport bus just steps away.
- Railway and bus station a few minutes on foot from most hotels
- Hämeenkatu street with shops, restaurants and bars within walking distance
- No direct rail link with the airport: it still means a bus or taxi of about half an hour
- At weekends the streets around the station stay busy until late
Recommended hotels
- Original Sokos Hotel Ilves Tampere About 400 metres from the railway station, with an indoor pool, sauna and five in-house restaurants. View availability
- Radisson Blu Grand Hotel Tammer A historic hotel opened in 1929, about 50 metres from Koskipuisto park and a few minutes on foot from the station. View availability
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere In the tallest skyscraper of the centre, about 200 metres from the station; three restaurants and a shared sauna with a view over the city. View availability
- Scandic Tampere Station Right next to the railway and bus station, handy for those arriving on bus 103 and leaving early the next day. View availability
Rosendahl and Lake Pyhäjärvi
About 2 km and 10 minutes by car or bus from the centre; for the airport add the 30-40 minute bus or taxi trip on top.
Best for: Those who prefer a resort-like setting on the lake, with more space and open air, accepting a few extra minutes from the centre.
- Overlooking Lake Pyhäjärvi and Pyynikki park, with outdoor space the centre does not offer
- Free parking, handy for those arriving by car from the airport
- Not within walking distance of the historic centre
- Designed mainly for conferences: less independent nightlife nearby
Recommended hotels
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is appropriately sized for the airport's role as the gateway to the country's third-largest city.
To avoid any issues, it is best to arrive 1.5–2 hours before your flight.
Map of Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is there to see in Tampere?
The museums in the converted industrial districts on the shores of Lake Näsijärvi, as well as being an excellent base for exploring Finland's lake region.
Q. How do you get to central Tampere from the airport?
By bus in about 25-30 minutes, or by taxi in 20-25 minutes.
Q. Is Tampere Finland's third city?
Yes, after Helsinki and Espoo, and it's an important industrial and cultural center of the country.
Q. Does Tampere airport have rail connections?
No, not directly: Tampere's central railway station is reached by bus or taxi from the airport.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights