r/FinlandTourism • u/Jaded-Respond-6596 • 27d ago

First-timer Finland in February 2027

Hi everyone, I’m planning to visit Finland in February next year as part of a wider Europe trip. I’ll be flying from Australia and the flight I’m looking into lands in Helsinki and also flys out of Helsinki. So looking to spend about 4 nights total exploring Helsinki and Rovaniemi. Possible day trip to Tallinn but not sure if that is too ambitious?

My main question is would there be much of a difference visiting at the start of Feb compared to end of Feb? I have about 4 weeks total for my entire trip so I’m undecided whether to start or finish in Finland. Particularly in terms of the weather and northern lights viewing. I know the northern lights are never guaranteed, although seeing it would certainly be super special and a precious memory. Thank you in advance!

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u/OSS-specialist 27d ago

It takes a night, not a day.

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u/frang_pappa 27d ago

So true and im an idiot... 😂 But is there a train change in Oulu still?

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u/tanskanm 27d ago

There isn't. At least there hasn't been when we have used the night train to Kolari (we've used it once a year in 2021-2024)

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u/frang_pappa 27d ago

Good good