Travelling from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Planning your trip starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Bucharest. Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) is the city's main base, so check out your options for booking a flight from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from here.
Take off on a direct Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Bucharest. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the busiest route, with 2 direct services every week. Travel from OTP to HEL on Norwegian Air Sweden's 5:35pm flight.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Bucharest to HEL. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Take the express route from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP). Nonstop flights from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) are available from here.
Norwegian Air Sweden is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport departing from OTP.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Norwegian Air Sweden from OTP to HEL.
Located around 16 kms (10 miles) from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights complete their journey on time.
Baneasa Airport (BBU)
The distance from Bucharest's city centre to BBU is around 8 kms (5 miles). Consider the available transport options and possible delays when planning the best way to get to the airport.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Baneasa Airport the day before your Bucharest to HEL flight:
Baneasa Airport has a track record for punctuality. 82% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is around 18 kms (11 miles) from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, £40 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £89. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before travelling. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Bucharest to HEL.
The best month for scoring cheap Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). September is the most popular month to visit Helsinki. If you like things a bit more low-key, go in January.
When booking your Bucharest to HEL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
After booking your flight from Bucharest to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Helsinki:
Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Central Station are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Helsinki itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Helsinki, a trip to Tampere will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. No visit is complete without checking out Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.