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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Helsinki from R11 825

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — HEL
Feb 8 — Feb 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 941

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 079
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 7/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 34h 50m total
  • Cape Town to Helsinki
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Helsinki
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 9 January 2026.

Fri 16/123:45CPT - HEL
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 22/16:30HEL - CPT
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1R11 825
Thu 7/516:35CPT - HEL
1 stop17h 35mTurkish Airlines
Mon 11/519:35HEL - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R11 941
Mon 24/816:35CPT - HEL
1 stop25h 05mTurkish Airlines
Mon 31/819:35HEL - CPT
1 stop17h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1R12 634
Thu 7/518:50CPT - HEL
1 stop16h 25mBritish Airways
Mon 11/58:00HEL - CPT
2 stops36h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 8/1R15 107

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Helsinki that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cape Town to Helsinki that are best for you.

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Cape Town

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Helsinki

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Depart

Return

Price

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

16:35-11:10

1 stop17h 35m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 11/5

19:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

R11 941

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 7/5

18:50-12:15

1 stop16h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 11/5

8:00-19:55

2 stops36h 55m

R15 107

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

18:25-18:05

2 stops47h 40m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 1/3

19:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

R16 361

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 22/2

12:35-14:15

1 stop25h 40m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 1/3

16:00-10:30

1 stop18h 30m

R17 812

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Deals found on 8/1

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki

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Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Helsinki

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 2 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Helsinki is 10 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki (average of R9 467). Flying from Cape Town to Helsinki in October is currently the most expensive (average of R12 073). 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.

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 9 January 2026.
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.
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
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Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
3 702 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
4 153 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 697 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

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
7 659 reviews
KLM
7,7
Good
1 434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,2

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Comfort

7,6

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to Helsinki. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    There are many flights that can get you from Cape Town to Helsinki in 16h 25m. Fly via Turkish Airlines or British Airways 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 (R9 170), KLM (R10 984), and Air France (R11 029) offers the cheapest pricing from Cape Town to Helsinki. You may be able to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Helsinki that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Helsinki flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Helsinki.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki (average of R9 467). Flying from Cape Town to Helsinki in October is currently the most expensive (average of R12 073). 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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Fly from Cape Town to Helsinki on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Cape Town to Helsinki. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 January 2026.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Cape Town to Helsinki

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Helsinki. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR9 170AverageR12 661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestR10 984AverageR12 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 029AverageR13 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 281AverageR12 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 288AverageR14 359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 624AverageR14 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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