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KEM Kemi-Tornio Airport
Kemi-Tornio Airport (IATA: KEM, ICAO:EFKE) is located in the the city of Kemi, Finland. It is the primary international airport serving Kemi and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+358207088714

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IATA Code

KEM

ICAO Code

EFKE

Name

Kemi-Tornio Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Finland (FI)

City

Kemi

Latitude

65.7787018

Longitude

24.5820999

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone Number

+358207088714

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Airport Overview

Kemi-Tornio Airport（KEM）, identified by ICAO code EFKE, is a regional airport in northern Finland serving the Kemi and Tornio area. It is located near Lautiosaari, approximately 6 km north of Kemi city centre and about 18 km east of Tornio city centre. The airport is owned and operated by Finavia and functions primarily as a regional passenger gateway rather than a dedicated cargo hub. For international freight, our service team normally evaluates airline acceptance, available feeder capacity, customs arrangements and the option of routing through a larger Finnish or Northern European gateway before confirming the transport plan.

Airport name	Kemi-Tornio Airport
Location	Kemi / Tornio, Finland
Codes	IATA: KEM \| ICAO: EFKE
Coordinates	65.7787018, 24.5820999
Time zone	UTC+02:00; seasonal daylight-saving changes may apply
Airport operator	Finavia

Key Highlights

Regional, not cargo-hub positioningShipment planning should begin with capacity confirmation rather than assuming regular freighter or extensive scheduled cargo uplift.

Northern Finland coverageThe airport is relevant for Kemi, Tornio and nearby Lapland-facing supply chains, with road connectivity forming an important part of the transport solution.

Gateway selection mattersFor larger, urgent or special-handling consignments, our team compares direct regional uplift with consolidation through a wider Finnish or European gateway.

Limited public transport accessCollection and delivery should be arranged with a pre-booked vehicle or airport taxi; the nearest bus stop is described as being outside the immediate terminal area.

Winter operating awarenessSnow, icing, road conditions and seasonal capacity can affect trucking, acceptance windows and connection planning in northern Finland.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Airline and ground-handler acceptance: Cargo acceptance, warehouse handover, documentation cut-off and build-up arrangements must be confirmed for the specific operating flight. Our service team does not treat passenger-terminal access as proof of cargo acceptance.
General cargo: Standard, non-hazardous cargo may be considered subject to airline booking, packaging, piece dimensions, weight restrictions and available handling capacity.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Do not assume that dedicated cold rooms, pharmaceutical qualification or active temperature-controlled equipment are available. We arrange packaging, data-loggers and an alternative gateway when the required handling chain cannot be confirmed.
Dangerous goods: Acceptance is dependent on airline approval, shipper's declaration requirements, packing instructions, labels, marks and trained handling personnel. Pre-clearance is required before cargo is delivered.
Customs and storage: Customs status, temporary storage, bonded handling and examination arrangements depend on the appointed handler and Finnish customs procedures. Our team verifies the local process before dispatch.

Facility capability, opening hours, storage charges and special-handling availability are operational details that may change; they must be confirmed against the booked flight and appointed handling party.

Routes & Transit Times

Regional feeder option: Depending on the current operating schedule and cargo acceptance policy, freight may connect through a domestic Finnish gateway before continuing to the international network.
European gateway option: Shipments may be routed by road-air combination through a larger Finnish or Northern European gateway when uplift, equipment or destination connectivity is better there.
Import planning: The final delivery leg to Kemi or Tornio may be arranged by pre-booked vehicle; airport collection should not rely on unplanned public transport.
Transit variables: Actual timing depends on booking confirmation, flight frequency, truck availability, customs status, winter weather, security screening and whether a transfer between gateways is required. Our team provides a confirmed schedule only after carrier acceptance.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service areaKemi, Tornio and surrounding northern Finnish communities, with onward road distribution planned according to shipment destination and vehicle availability.

Industrial and project supplyTime-critical spare parts, maintenance components, tools and production-support materials may be suitable when the airline accepts the dimensions and required handling profile.

Forestry and regional industrySamples, documents, replacement parts and technical equipment connected with forestry, manufacturing and industrial operations are typical planning candidates.

Consumer and e-commerce freightSmall parcels, general merchandise and retail replenishment can be considered, subject to consolidation, security and final-mile arrangements.

Seasonal cargoWinter equipment and seasonal supplies require early capacity checks, robust weather-resistant packaging and a delivery plan suitable for northern road conditions.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Regional flights can have tighter acceptance windows than major cargo hubs. Our team confirms the warehouse handover deadline, screening requirement and latest document time before arranging delivery.
Export and import documents: Commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, customs valuation, origin information and any required licences must be consistent. EORI and commodity-code details should be supplied where applicable.
Special cargo declaration: Lithium batteries, dangerous goods, dry ice, live animals, perishables and other regulated commodities require advance review. Safety Data Sheets, shipper declarations, permits or veterinary documents may be required.
Collection and examination: Customs examination or security intervention can delay release. Consignee contact details, power of attorney arrangements and delivery instructions should be ready before arrival.

Shipping Tips

Send commodity description, HS code, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, value, origin, destination and required delivery date to our service team before requesting a quotation.
Request a comparison between regional uplift and gateway consolidation. A longer road leg can provide more reliable international capacity for oversized, urgent or special-handling cargo.
Use rigid, stackable and moisture-resistant packaging; protect labels from snow and handling abrasion, and keep piece measurements consistent with the booking data.
For temperature-sensitive or regulated cargo, provide the temperature range, packaging type, dry-ice quantity, handling instructions and permits at the quotation stage rather than at delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Kemi-Tornio Airport handle international air freight directly?

It may support cargo associated with operating passenger or regional services, but direct international cargo availability is schedule- and carrier-dependent. Our team confirms the specific flight, acceptance conditions and customs route before booking.

Is a direct cargo flight or freighter service guaranteed?

No. Kemi-Tornio Airport is a regional airport, so freighter availability, cargo capacity and aircraft type must be checked for each shipment. When direct uplift is unsuitable, we propose a gateway or road-air alternative.

How should dangerous goods be booked?

Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group where applicable, quantity, package details and Shipper's Declaration before delivery. Airline approval and local handling confirmation are required; do not deliver undeclared dangerous goods.

Can temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals or perishables be shipped through the airport?

They can only be considered after confirming the complete temperature-control chain, including acceptance, storage, transfer and final delivery. If dedicated facilities or qualified handling cannot be verified, our team will compare a different gateway or validated packaging solution.

How is airport collection arranged for imports?

We arrange a pre-booked vehicle or airport taxi according to release status, shipment dimensions and consignee instructions. Collection timing should account for customs clearance, handling release and possible winter road disruption.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, codes, coordinates, location, operator information and the stated local access context are based on the supplied airport record and should be rechecked against current operational notices. Regulatory and operational verification should use the following authoritative sources:

Airport operator and Finnish airport network information: finavia.fi
Finnish transport and aviation oversight information: traficom.fi
Finnish customs procedures and import/export clearance: tulli.fi
Air cargo terminology and industry standards: iata.org

Flight schedules, cargo acceptance, warehouse arrangements, customs handling, cut-off times, special-cargo capability and transit commitments are dynamic operational items. Our service team verifies them with the carrier, handling agent, customs broker and consignee before issuing final booking instructions.