Cheap flights from Cape Town to Helsinki from R12 703
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HEL
Aug 30 — Sep 61
Return
1 adult
Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Helsinki-Vantaa are usually found in November or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday
Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Helsinki
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Helsinki (HEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 25 August 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 August 2025.
Thu 13/1117:15CPT - HEL
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/1112:30HEL - CPT
1 stop23h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/8R12 703
Thu 13/1115:20CPT - HEL
2 stops25h 05mAir France
Mon 17/1117:20HEL - CPT
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 22/8R13 435
Best flights from Cape Town to Helsinki
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Helsinki that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 25 August 2025.
Thu 13/1117:15CPT - HEL
1 stop24h 50mTurkish Airlines
Mon 17/1112:30HEL - CPT
1 stop23h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 22/8R12 703
Thu 13/1115:20CPT - HEL
2 stops25h 05mAir France
Mon 17/1117:20HEL - CPT
2 stops24h 00mAir France
Deal found 22/8R13 435
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Cape TownHelsinki
CPT - HEL
CPTHEL
Cape Town Intl
Thu 13/11
17:15-18:05
1 stop24h 50m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Mon 17/11
12:30-11:50
1 stop23h 20m
R12 703
Cape TownHelsinki
CPT - HEL
CPTHEL
Cape Town Intl
Thu 13/11
15:20-16:25
2 stops25h 05m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Mon 17/11
17:20-17:20
2 stops24h 00m
R13 435
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Deals found on 22/8
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.
The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Helsinki is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from Cape Town to Helsinki in December is currently the most expensive (average of R880). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to HEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Helsinki. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 August 2025.
It’s optimal to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Helsinki flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Share of one-stop return flights from Cape Town to Helsinki chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Amsterdam (AMS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 26% of one-stop itineraries from Cape Town to Helsinki on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Helsinki, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 19m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Helsinki, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 17h 19m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Cape Town to Helsinki, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via London (LHR) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 53m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Helsinki
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Helsinki. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Helsinki. Reviews last updated 25 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from Cape Town to Helsinki by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
A two and half hour delay caused havoc with all connections. Otherwise on board service was great.
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How long is the flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?
There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Helsinki in 24h 50m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or Air France to get the fastest option. Cape Town and Helsinki are separated by a distance of 10493 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Helsinki round-trip?
According to our current data, Lufthansa (R8 493), KLM (R11 454), and Air France (R11 653) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Helsinki. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Helsinki by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from Cape Town to Helsinki in December is currently the most expensive (average of R880). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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