Flying from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is one hour ahead of Algiers and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your ALG to HEL flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between ALG and HEL:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Cote D'Azur Airport
Alicante-Elche Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is £93. A round-trip ticket right now is £179. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from ALG to HEL, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Houari Boumediene Airport (ALG)
To reach Houari Boumediene Airport from central Algiers, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to ALG:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Helsinki in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Houari Boumediene Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from ALG to HEL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Travel around 10 miles west to Espoo to check off its must-visit sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. No visit is complete without checking out Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.