What airport do you fly into for flights to Helsinki?

If you book a flight to Helsinki, you will be flying into Helsinki-Vantaa, which is the city’s only airport. Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is located 17,1 km from the centre of Helsinki.

Can I find cheaper flights to Helsinki if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Helsinki on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Helsinki?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Helsinki.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki?

Helsinki-Vantaa is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki. One-way flights to Helsinki-Vantaa typically cost R1 704, while return flights cost around R2 264.

How much is a return flight to Helsinki?

A return flight to Helsinki will typically cost around R2 780, however they can be found for as little as R2 264.

Where does the fastest flight to Helsinki depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Helsinki, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 35 minutes).

Does Helsinki-Vantaa have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Helsinki-Vantaa can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Helsinki-Vantaa?

Yes. Helsinki-Vantaa has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Helsinki Airport is the closest property to Helsinki-Vantaa (0,0 km away from Helsinki-Vantaa).

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Discover carefully curated flight deals to Helsinki that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

Mon 26/119:45JNB - HEL

1 stop17h 25mBrussels Airlines

Sun 8/26:55HEL - JNB

1 stop26h 35mBrussels Airlines

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Thu 22/119:10JNB - HEL

1 stop22h 55mTurkish Airlines

Wed 4/219:00HEL - JNB

1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines

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Mon 26/119:45JNB - HEL

2 stops23h 05mLufthansa

Sun 8/219:35HEL - JNB

1 stop35h 30mLufthansa

Deal found 8/12R10 925

Thu 19/23:10JNB - HEL

2 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines

Thu 5/316:00HEL - JNB

2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines

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Fri 20/212:45JNB - HEL

1 stop25h 30mQatar Airways

Thu 5/316:00HEL - JNB

1 stop23h 25mQatar Airways

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Thu 21/521:15JNB - HEL

1 stop22h 45mBritish Airways

Mon 25/519:30HEL - JNB

1 stop36h 30mBritish Airways

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Thu 22/119:45JNB - HEL

1 stop17h 35mBrussels Airlines

Wed 4/26:55HEL - JNB

1 stop26h 35mBrussels Airlines

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Thu 22/119:10JNB - HEL

2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 4/216:40HEL - JNB

2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines

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Thu 21/517:55JNB - HEL

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Mon 25/512:10HEL - JNB

1 stop23h 25mTurkish Airlines

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Thu 22/110:10JNB - HEL

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Wed 4/212:45HEL - JNB

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Fri 20/29:40JNB - HEL

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Thu 5/319:00HEL - JNB

1 stop15h 50mTurkish Airlines

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Thu 22/119:45JNB - HEL

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Wed 4/219:00HEL - JNB

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Thu 22/111:40JNB - HEL

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Wed 4/26:55HEL - JNB

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Thu 22/110:10JNB - HEL

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Wed 4/212:45HEL - JNB

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Mon 26/119:45JNB - HEL

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Sun 8/219:35HEL - JNB

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Mon 26/19:50JNB - HEL

3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines

Sun 8/221:05HEL - JNB

3 stops34h 00mMultiple Airlines

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Average price	R15 305

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Johannesburg to Helsinki

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JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 8/2

6:55-9:30

1 stop26h 35m

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JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:45-13:20

1 stop17h 35m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 4/2

6:55-9:30

1 stop26h 35m

R10 073

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-18:05

1 stop22h 55m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 4/2

19:00-10:50

1 stop15h 50m

R10 823

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

19:45-18:50

2 stops23h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 8/2

19:35-7:05

1 stop35h 30m

R10 925

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

3:10-21:10

2 stops42h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 5/3

16:00-14:20

2 stops22h 20m

R12 033

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

19:10-23:45

2 stops28h 35m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 4/2

16:40-10:50

2 stops18h 10m

R12 169

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

17:55-18:35

1 stop23h 40m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 25/5

12:10-10:35

1 stop23h 25m

R12 663

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

10:10-1:20

2 stops39h 10m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 4/2

12:45-7:05

1 stop18h 20m

R12 731

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

12:45-14:15

1 stop25h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 5/3

16:00-15:25

1 stop23h 25m

R12 766

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

9:40-18:05

2 stops32h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 5/3

19:00-10:50

1 stop15h 50m

R13 652

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Best time to book a flight to Helsinki

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When is the best time to book a flight to Helsinki?

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Helsinki. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Helsinki?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki takes 17 hours 35 minutes. Flights to Helsinki from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Helsinki?

Users looking for the lowest fares to Helsinki should consider flying on Saturday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Helsinki?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Helsinki are Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and British Airways.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Helsinki?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Helsinki are Lufthansa, Brussels Airlines and Turkish Airlines.

Rainfall in Helsinki by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Helsinki ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Helsinki when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Helsinki by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Helsinki, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Helsinki

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Finland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

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KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

KLM

7,7

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1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 676 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 088 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 619 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

British Airways

6,7

Okay

7 573 reviews

KLM

7,7

Good

1 431 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8,0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

FAQs about flying to Helsinki

What airport do you fly into for flights to Helsinki?
If you book a flight to Helsinki, you will be flying into Helsinki-Vantaa, which is the city’s only airport. Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is located 17,1 km from the centre of Helsinki.
Can I find cheaper flights to Helsinki if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Helsinki on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Helsinki?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Helsinki.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki?
Helsinki-Vantaa is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki. One-way flights to Helsinki-Vantaa typically cost R1 704, while return flights cost around R2 264.
How much is a return flight to Helsinki?
A return flight to Helsinki will typically cost around R2 780, however they can be found for as little as R2 264.
Where does the fastest flight to Helsinki depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Helsinki, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 35 minutes).
Does Helsinki-Vantaa have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Helsinki-Vantaa can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Helsinki-Vantaa?
Yes. Helsinki-Vantaa has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Helsinki Airport is the closest property to Helsinki-Vantaa (0,0 km away from Helsinki-Vantaa).

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Rainfall in Helsinki by month

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Temperature in Helsinki by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Helsinki

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines to Finland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Helsinki

What airport do you fly into for flights to Helsinki?

Can I find cheaper flights to Helsinki if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Helsinki?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki?

How much is a return flight to Helsinki?

Where does the fastest flight to Helsinki depart from?

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