Tourism statisticsCity2026
Helsinki Tourism Statistics: 4.9M Nights in 2025
Helsinki, in Mainland Finland, Finland, recorded 4,924,251 nights in 2025, City of Helsinki reports. City of Helsinki counts nights, not visitors, at this level. AirROI estimates 66,008 Airbnb stays in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026. The busiest month was August, and the quietest was January.
Airbnb figures are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026. Read the method
- Estimated Airbnb nights
- 380,754
- Typical Airbnb stay
- 5.8 nights
- Busiest Airbnb month
- August
- From abroad, among guests who left a review
- 68%
Key facts
Helsinki Tourism Facts
Each sentence names its place, period and source, so it can be quoted alone.
Official
- City of Helsinki puts Helsinki at 4,924,251 nights in 2025.
Airbnb stays
- AirROI puts Airbnb stays in Helsinki at 66,008 in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Helsinki added up to 380,754 nights in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates a typical Airbnb stay in Helsinki lasted 5.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 46 days ahead.
Busiest months
- AirROI ranks August the busiest Airbnb month in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026, followed by September and June, with January the quietest.
- AirROI estimates the five busiest Airbnb months in Helsinki ran unbroken from May to September in the 12 months to October 2026.
- AirROI estimates Airbnb stays in Helsinki in August were booked furthest ahead, about 65 days, against 33 days for March, in the 12 months to October 2026.
Guests
- AirROI estimates 68% of Helsinki Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026 came from abroad, led by the United States at 11% and Germany at 9.3%.
- Among Helsinki Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, Helsinki was the top origin city at 5.7%, ahead of Tampere at 3%, AirROI estimates.
By place
- AirROI ranks Helsinki first for Airbnb stays among the 36 towns it lists in Finland in the 12 months to October 2026.
Official numbers
How Many Tourists Visit Helsinki?
City of Helsinki counted 4,924,251 nights in 2025.
| Figure | What it counts | Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4,924,251Nights | Registered overnight stays in accommodation establishments in Helsinki | 2025 | City of Helsinki |
Airbnb stays
Airbnb Stays in Helsinki
Helsinki had 2,513 Airbnb homes in the 12 months to October 2026. They took an estimated 66,008 stays and 380,754 nights. A typical stay lasted 5.8 nights and was booked about 46 days ahead.
- Airbnb homes
- 2,513
- Airbnb stays, estimate
- 66,008
- Airbnb nights, estimate
- 380,754
- Typical stay
- 5.8 nights
- Booked ahead
- 46 days
Busiest months
When Is the Busiest Time in Helsinki?
On Airbnb, August was the busiest month in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026, then September and June. January was the quietest. The five busiest months run unbroken from May to September.
August ranks first, January last
Airbnb months in calendar order, 12 months to October 2026. The number is the month's rank, and 1 is the busiest. The bar shows its part of Airbnb nights.
- Three busiest months
- Other months
From busiest to quietest: August, September, June, July, May, December, November, October, March, April, February, January.
Month by month: rank, typical stay and days booked ahead
| Month | Share of nights | Booked ahead |
|---|---|---|
| August | 11.3% | 65 days |
| September | 9.7% | 37 days |
| June | 9.5% | 60 days |
| July | 9.0% | 61 days |
| May | 8.9% | 48 days |
| December | 8.0% | 42 days |
| November | 7.9% | 42 days |
| October | 7.8% | 37 days |
| March | 7.4% | 33 days |
| April | 6.9% | 37 days |
| February | 6.9% | 34 days |
| January | 6.8% | 35 days |
Share is each month's part of the year's Airbnb nights. Typical stay and days booked ahead are AirROI estimates for stays in each month.
Where guests come from
Where Do Helsinki Airbnb Guests Come From?
Among Helsinki Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 68% came from abroad, led by the United States at 11% and Germany at 9.3%, AirROI estimates. Among the same guests, Helsinki was the top origin city at 5.7%, ahead of Tampere at 3%. The figures rest on 200,667 reviews, written over many years.
68% from abroad
Among guests who left a review, as of October 2026
- From abroad 68%
- From within Finland 32%
Top countries abroad
Among guests who left a review
Top origin cities
Among guests who left a review
FAQ
Questions About Tourism in Helsinki
How many tourists visit Helsinki?
Helsinki had 4,924,251 nights in 2025, according to City of Helsinki. That figure counts nights, not visitors. AirROI estimates 66,008 Airbnb stays in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026, which is a separate count of bookings.
When is the busiest time in Helsinki?
The busiest Airbnb month in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026 was August, then September and June. The five busiest months run from May to September.
What is the quietest month in Helsinki?
January was the quietest Airbnb month in Helsinki in the 12 months to October 2026, ranking 12th of 12, and February ranked 11th. Stays in January were booked about 35 days ahead, against 65 days for August.
How long is a typical Airbnb stay in Helsinki?
A typical Airbnb stay in Helsinki lasted 5.8 nights in the 12 months to October 2026, booked about 46 days ahead. By month, stays ran from 4.5 nights in November to 6.3 nights in July.
Where do Airbnb guests in Helsinki come from?
Of Helsinki Airbnb guests who left a review as of October 2026, 68% came from abroad, AirROI estimates. The largest groups were the United States at 11% and Germany at 9.3%. Among the same guests, the top origin city was Helsinki at 5.7%, ahead of Tampere at 3%.
Are Airbnb stays the same as tourists?
No. City of Helsinki counts nights (4,924,251 in 2025). An Airbnb stay is one booking on one platform, however many guests it holds, and a night is a night, not a person. AirROI's 66,008 stays are estimates for the 12 months to October 2026.
Method
How These Numbers Are Made
Official figures come from their publishers, linked above, and were last checked in November 2026. Stays and nights are AirROI estimates for the 12 months to October 2026, built from Airbnb listing data, and cover Airbnb only. Nights are stays times the typical stay: 66,008 stays at 5.77 nights. Month ranks compare each month's part of Airbnb nights. Origin rests on 200,667 reviews and describes guests who left a review, not everyone who stayed. Read the method page.