Flying from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Accra.
Your ACC to HEL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ACC and HEL include:
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Brussels Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kotoka International Airport (ACC) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, £377 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £667. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from ACC to HEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from ACC to HEL is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Kotoka International Airport (ACC)
Of the departures from Kotoka International Airport, 70.37% land on schedule at their destination.
Kotoka International Airport is about 4 miles from central Accra. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ACC. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and find adventure across Helsinki and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Kotoka International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ACC to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be explored once you've seen Helsinki. Around 10 miles away to the west, its top attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
