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Cheap flights from South Africa to Helsinki from R7 331

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HEL
May 28 — Jun 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Helsinki

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Helsinki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 April 2026.

Sun 22/1113:30
JNB
-
HEL
2 stops46h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 29/1119:00
HEL
-
JNB
2 stops38h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4R10 996
Thu 18/613:30
JNB
-
HEL
2 stops33h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 29/68:20
HEL
-
JNB
2 stops26h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 27/4R11 343
Sun 22/1112:45
JNB
-
HEL
1 stop25h 30m
Qatar Airways
Sun 29/1116:00
HEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/4R11 525
Mon 25/513:30
JNB
-
HEL
2 stops44h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 9/612:05
HEL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4R11 558
Sun 7/613:30
JNB
-
HEL
2 stops28h 10m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 14/612:05
HEL
-
JNB
2 stops22h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4R12 714
Thu 6/817:50
JNB
-
HEL
1 stop29h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 10/819:35
HEL
-
JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 23/4R13 556
Fri 8/523:15
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop17h 25m
KLM
Tue 12/513:55
HEL
-
CPT
1 stop16h 55m
KLM
Deal found 27/4R13 622
Tue 7/713:15
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sat 25/717:10
HEL
-
CPT
1 stop18h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/4R14 794
Tue 28/423:15
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop36h 50m
KLM
Tue 5/513:55
HEL
-
CPT
1 stop16h 55m
KLM
Deal found 27/4R15 553
Tue 7/713:15
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop25h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/717:10
HEL
-
CPT
2 stops41h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4R15 586
Mon 8/616:35
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop17h 35m
Turkish Airlines
Mon 15/619:35
HEL
-
CPT
1 stop17h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 24/4R16 296
Thu 12/1120:00
CPT
-
HEL
1 stop18h 05m
Emirates
Mon 16/1115:50
HEL
-
CPT
1 stop24h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 24/4R16 329

Find flight deals from South Africa to Helsinki

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Helsinki flight deals. Data was last updated 28 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 343

One-way from

R7 331

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 836
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 18/6-29/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 59h 45m total
  • South Africa to Helsinki
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 31/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 00m total
  • South Africa to Helsinki
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 311 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 28 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Helsinki that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

13:30-23:55

2 stops33h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 29/6

8:20-9:40

2 stops26h 20m

R11 343

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 6/8

17:50-23:55

1 stop29h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 10/8

19:35-9:40

2 stops39h 05m

R13 556

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

13:15-15:15

1 stop25h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 25/7

17:10-10:15

1 stop18h 05m

R14 794

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 7/7

13:15-15:15

1 stop25h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 25/7

17:10-9:45

2 stops41h 35m

R15 586
Fastest return journey

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

14:00-11:10

2 stops20h 10m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 15/6

19:35-11:50

1 stop17h 15m

R17 568

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

23:15-0:40

3 stops24h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 12/5

7:05-5:50

2 stops23h 45m

R18 344

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

18:25-12:15

2 stops40h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 15/6

19:30-11:30

2 stops41h 00m

R18 889

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 8/5

18:00-12:05

2 stops41h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 12/5

7:05-12:40

2 stops30h 35m

R22 769
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 31/8

20:55-23:55

3 stops50h 00m

R9 081

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 8/6

6:45-23:10

2 stops39h 25m

R9 791

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 25/4

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki

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Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Helsinki

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki?

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Helsinki. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki (average of R5 432). Flying from South Africa to Helsinki in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 980). 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 28 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines from South Africa 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
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 726 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 341 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 956 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6,7
Okay
7 928 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Entertainment

7,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Helsinki from South Africa?

    Located just 17,1 km from the city centre, Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Helsinki from South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Helsinki?

    Departing from South Africa to Helsinki will take you 25h. Airlines will cover a distance of 10493 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Helsinki one-way?

    R5 662 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Turkish Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, with prices starting from R5 923 and R9 377, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Helsinki?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Helsinki-Vantaa, Port Elizabeth - Helsinki-Vantaa or Cape Town Intl - Helsinki-Vantaa when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Helsinki.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Helsinki that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Helsinki?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Helsinki?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Helsinki?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki (average of R5 432). Flying from South Africa to Helsinki in October is currently the most expensive (average of R10 980). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Helsinki

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 28 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapestR10 083AverageR14 022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestR10 336AverageR13 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 397AverageR12 566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 057AverageR13 320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 069AverageR14 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR11 909AverageR14 313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapestR12 949AverageR16 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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