Air express shipping from and to Finland offers a fast, reliable, and efficient way to send parcels, documents, and ecommerce goods worldwide.
With excellent global connectivity through Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) and strong regional logistics hubs in Tampere (TMP) and Oulu (OUL), shipments from Finland reach Europe within 1-2 business days and Asia or North America within 3-5 business days.
Air express services in Finland are ideal for private shippers, SMEs, and online retailers. Whether you're sending business samples, personal parcels, or cross-border ecommerce orders, express delivery ensures door-to-door service, real-time tracking, and efficient customs processing.
Air Express Services
Air express shipping connects senders with global courier networks. Parcels are picked up from your location, processed through export customs, flown to destination hubs, and delivered directly to the recipient - typically within days.
While air freight is ideal for large cargo, air express provides priority handling, door-to-door delivery, and real-time tracking. It's the preferred method for smaller, high-value, or time-sensitive shipments that require faster customs clearance.
Air express rates are based on volumetric (dimensional) weight, calculated from the package size and actual weight. Using compact, protective packaging keeps costs lower and speeds up customs checks.
Shipping costs can rise during Christmas, Black Friday, and Midsummer, when shipping demand is high. Booking early helps secure stable pricing and timely delivery.
As part of the European Union Customs Union, goods shipped within the EU are duty-free. Imports from outside the EU are regulated by Tulli (Finnish Customs).
Electronic customs clearance via Tulli's Customs Clearance System speeds up processing for express shipments.
Use sturdy, weather-resistant packaging suited to Finland's cold and humid conditions. Include bilingual (Finnish-English) documentation and attach invoices securely to avoid customs delays.
Prohibited goods include weapons, narcotics, cash, perishables, fireworks, and hazardous materials. Certain electronics and lithium batteries require IATA Dangerous Goods compliance.
Finland's ecommerce market - driven by Verkkokauppa.com, Gigantti, Zalando.fi, and Amazon.se - relies heavily on fast, transparent delivery. iContainers helps Finnish sellers expand internationally through express integration and customs automation.
All ecommerce shipments include real-time tracking, automated customs filing, and VAT compliance through the EU's Import One Stop Shop (IOSS) system for simplified cross-border deliveries.
Usually 1-5 business days, depending on destination and customs processing.
Most couriers allow up to 70 kg per piece or 120 cm in length.
Helsinki (HEL), Tampere (TMP), and Oulu (OUL).
Air Waybill, Commercial Invoice, and Packing List are mandatory. Customs declarations are required for non-EU trade.
Weapons, narcotics, perishables, flammable materials, and counterfeit goods.
Tulli - Finnish Customs
https://tulli.fi/en
Finland - Import Tariffs (U.S. International Trade Administration)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/finland-import-tariffs
Finland - Import Requirements and Documentation (Trade.gov)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/finland-import-requirements-and-documentation
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) - Cargo Operations
https://www.finavia.fi/en/airports/helsinki-airport/cargo
PwC Finland - VAT (ALV) Overview
https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/finland
European Commission - VAT Rules and IOSS Scheme
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/ioss_en
Statista - Ecommerce Market in Finland
https://www.statista.com/topics/6769/e-commerce-in-finland/
Posti Group - Express and International Parcel Services
https://www.posti.fi/en