Why go
- Town in Ostrobothnia, Finland.
- Served by Kauhava Airfield (KAU).
History
Jakobstad is a town in Finland, located on the west coast of the country. Jakobstad is situated in Ostrobothnia, along the Gulf of Bothnia. The population of Jakobstad is approximately 20,000, while the sub-region has a population of approximately 51,000. It is the 57th most populous municipality in Finland.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 2 direct destinations
- Finnair AY (ATR 72) · 1 route: Helsinki*
- Flybe BE (ATR 72) · 1 route: Helsinki
- NextJet 2N (Saab 340) · 1 route: Pori
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Kauhava Airfield (KAU); 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 4 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Gamla Hamn, 2 km); routes include m/s Mässkär.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Jakobstad, Finland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.