First time freighters to Helsinki complements belly-hold operations and strengthens trade links between Asia, Finland and the wider Nordic region
The B777F service increases weekly export cargo capacity from Helsinki to 170 tonnes
Qatar Airways Cargo has announced the launch of its first scheduled freighter services from Helsinki, Finland, effective 2 September 2026.
Operating once weekly with a Boeing 777 freighter on the Doha – Budapest – Helsinki – Doha route, the new service will provide 100 tonnes of export cargo capacity out of Helsinki each week. Complementing the airline’s existing 7 weekly passenger services on the Doha-Helsinki-Doha route, the dedicated freighter will increase total weekly cargo capacity from Helsinki to more than 170 tonnes, while the widebody belly-hold flights offer over 70 tonnes weekly, each way.
The launch of Qatar Airways Cargo’s first scheduled freighter service to Helsinki, alongside the reinstatement of Qatar Airways passenger frequencies provides customers in Finland greater access to the airline’s extensive network in Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, Asia and Australia through its state-of-the-art hub in Doha.
Helsinki is a strategic gateway for high-value and specialised cargo, connecting Finnish and Nordic businesses to global supply chains. Key export commodities from Finland include high-tech products, electronics, industrial machinery and spare parts, pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, perishables and e-commerce shipments.
Import flows are driven by electronics, consumer goods, automotive components, industrial equipment and e-commerce, underscoring Helsinki’s role as both a manufacturing and distribution hub.
Qatar Airways Cargo’s portfolio, including TechLift, Pharma, Fresh, and Courier among other products, is designed to meet the unique transport and specialised handling requirements of these commodities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and reliability throughout the journey.
In coordination with its Road Feeder Service (RFS) partners, Qatar Airways Cargo also provides scheduled and ad hoc trucking solutions to and from Helsinki across Scandinavia and the Baltic region. These services extend the reach of the airline’s global network beyond the airport, providing customers with seamless connectivity, greater flexibility, and efficient access to key regional markets.
Customers can book their cargo on the new Helsinki freighter service through Digital Lounge, Qatar Airways Cargo’s innovative digital booking platform, where they can seamlessly book shipments across the airline’s global network and full portfolio of products.
