Cheap Flights from Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) to Beijing (BJSA)

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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Beijing

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Beijing? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £534. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing

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

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing

Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Helsinki to Beijing: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£413
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time8 hrs, 8 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week6

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

There are 2 airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital and Beijing Daxing.
The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing is £413. 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.
8 hours and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing.
China Southern flies direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing.
As of March 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Beijing is usually May.
If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near Beijing is Beijing Capital – which is 15.6 miles away from the centre of Beijing. We've found flights into this airport from £413.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Beijing on Wednesday, 27 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 8 minutes.
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 Beijing 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Beijing is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Beijing, when it usually averages around 32°C. You can expect the least rain in January. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -12°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Finnair and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Beijing.

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

  • Beijing is six hours ahead of Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Beijing follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your HEL to Beijing flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself some extra wiggle room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from HEL to Beijing. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Travelling from central Helsinki to HEL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 10 miles in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HEL:

  • 60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on time.

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

  • £264 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing flight. A return plane ticket starts from £413. These fares may change based on availability.

  • Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from HEL to Beijing. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.

  • Landing cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest prices across the month and walk away with an awesome deal.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to Beijing by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Save money on your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing with the help of our filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Beijing

Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Best time to go to Beijing

  • Before booking your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Beijing offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in Beijing is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from HEL to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

More about Beijing

  • After booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Beijing, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Beijing:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should feature on every Beijing itinerary.

Explore more of China

  • Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 70 miles away to the south-east, top sights here include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.

  • Around 260 miles south of Beijing, Tai'an is another favourite stop in China. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave.

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