Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ): what you need to know
The timezone in Biarritz is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to BIQ 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 such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport. These are the top stopovers between HEL and BIQ:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Geneve Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)
£96 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport flight. Return flights start from £165. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to BIQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HEL to BIQ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights leaving Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)
If you're getting in on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BIQ:
Pick up a Biarritz Pays Basque Airport rental car and explore Biarritz and beyond with your own wheels. Rentscape, Alamo and Europcar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ) to central Biarritz
From Biarritz Pays Basque Airport, Biarritz is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport (BIQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Biarritz based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Biarritz Pays Basque Airport for August if you want to go to Biarritz during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BIQ in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of France
You've done Biarritz, now it's time to discover more of France. Travel around 150 miles east to Toulouse to check off its leading attractions. From Basilique Saint-Sernin to Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 260 miles north of Biarritz, Nantes is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes.