Cheap Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Helsinki Vantaa (HEL)

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Helsinki.£85 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 5 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 5 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Helsinki.£85 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Apr, returning Sun, 19 Apr.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 19 Apr, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Helsinki.£85 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Wed, 11 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.

Helsinki.£87 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £87, select.

Helsinki.£91 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Sun, 8 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £91, select.

Helsinki.£92 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £92, select.

Helsinki.£105 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Norwegian.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.

Helsinki.£105 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Edinburgh on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Edinburgh.Price includes taxes and charges.From £105, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa

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

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Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

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Edinburgh to Helsinki: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£85
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airline	Finnair
Average flights per week	57

Finding cheap flights from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa?

The best price we found for a return flight from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa is £85. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa?

2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa.

Which airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa?

Finnair, British Airways and Nordic Regional Airlines fly direct from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa.

How many flights are there a week from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa?

As of January 2026, there are 56 flights per week flying from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa?

The cheapest month to fly from Edinburgh to Helsinki Vantaa is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, 14 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.

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.

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki Vantaa with?

Currently, Ryanair and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

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

Take a direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Helsinki is two hours ahead of Edinburgh and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Every week, there are ten Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, opt for the 08:15 Finnair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 18:35 with Finnair.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your EDI to HEL flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Finnair offers direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if you have time.
Finnair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
Among carriers operating EDI to HEL flights, Finnair has the best record for on-time arrivals.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and HEL:
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport
- Copenhagen Airport
- Berlin Brandenburg Airport

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

Right now, £43 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £85. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book one month before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from EDI to HEL.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
Landing cheap flights from EDI to HEL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)

67.94% of flights departing from Edinburgh Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Edinburgh Airport from central Edinburgh, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 9 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you've booked an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

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

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 12 miles from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Helsinki. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EDI to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of Finland

Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've seen Helsinki. Around 10 miles away to the west, its best attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.