Flying from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels.
You can choose from three weekly Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Ryanair is the earliest available. Ryanair operates the last service of the day at 16:15.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CRL to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Travelling to Helsinki (and then seeing more of Finland!) is a snap with Ryanair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Ryanair on this route.
With a reliable 83.87% of services arriving as scheduled, Ryanair is the most punctual carrier for CRL to HEL flights.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between CRL and HEL include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice
Frederic Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
£21 is currently the best price for a one-way Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts from £47. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from CRL to HEL, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Picking up cheap flights from CRL to HEL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Of the flights that depart from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport, 71.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Brussels to Brussels S. Charleroi Airport is around 35 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CRL? If you've booked an early flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 12 miles from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you want to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CRL to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to discover other parts of Finland. Journey about 10 miles west to Espoo to check off its popular sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. No visit is complete without checking out Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.