£502 Cheap Flights from Shanghai (CSHA) to Helsinki Vantaa (HEL)

Q: How much are return flights from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa?

The best price we found for a return flight from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa is £502. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa?

12 hours and 29 minutes is the average flight time from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa?

Juneyao Airlines, China Eastern and Finnair fly direct from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa?

As of May 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa?

The cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Wednesday, 24 December 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 12 hours and 29 minutes.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Helsinki Vantaa?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Helsinki?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Helsinki.£502 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Dec, returning Wed, 7 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Wed, 24 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £502, select.

Helsinki.£505 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Thu, 11 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £505, select.

Helsinki.£514 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £514, select.

Helsinki.£528 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Oct, returning Thu, 20 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £528, select.

Helsinki.£529 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Jun, returning Tue, 8 Jul.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 10 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £529, select.

Helsinki.£530 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Jan, returning Mon, 19 Jan.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £530, select.

Helsinki.£531 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £531, select.

Helsinki.£532 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Nov, returning Tue, 25 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Shanghai Pudong on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Shanghai Pudong.Price includes taxes and charges.From £532, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Shanghai to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Shanghai to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Shanghai to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£502
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	12 hrs, 29 mins
Most popular airline	Juneyao Airlines
Average flights per week	12

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Travelling from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

Shanghai is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA).
Book a direct flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 58 minutes.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city operates in the UTC+2 timezone and is 6 hours behind Shanghai.
The most popular route is from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), with 9 direct weekly services. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from PVG to HEL is the 09:30 Juneyao Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:10 with Finnair.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to HEL.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

Airports in Shanghai

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

You can jump on a direct flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG).
You can lock in a direct flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Juneyao Airlines. This popular airline offers services from PVG.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from Shanghai to HEL that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PVG and HEL include:
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
- Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
PVG is around 35 miles from the centre of Shanghai. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Shanghai Pudong International Airport:

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)

Planning to leave from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of this hub.
Think about adding a stop at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). It's a popular stopover on a flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport. Use a longer layover to explore nearby, or take advantage of a quick break to get a snack at the airport.
SHA is roughly 9 miles from central Shanghai. It'll take 21 minutes or so to reach the airport when driving from the city centre.
You're going on holiday, so why not extend it with another night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport the day before your flight from Shanghai to HEL:

About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Consider staying in a hotel close to HEL if you're catching a late flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Helsinki. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 29 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 44 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Lock in a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from £227 or travel return from just £502. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
Score cheap tickets from Shanghai to HEL by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on flight price data, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from Shanghai to HEL. You don't need to search every day to see whether prices have dropped. We'll tell you when the price changes.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

The best time to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Helsinki, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
When booking your flight from Shanghai to HEL, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Helsinki

Start your Helsinki trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum are highlights which should be on every Helsinki itinerary.

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We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to track down your perfect ride. Browse our car rentals in Helsinki and compare your options in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.