Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Gdansk Airport (GDN): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport.
The timezone in Gdansk is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to GDN start at 07:05 — the first with Finnair. The last service of the day is at 19:10 with Finnair. Overall, you can take your pick of nine weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to catch your HEL to GDN flight.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Finnair is your gateway to discovering Gdansk (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Poland!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Finnair.
Finnair leads the way as the most punctual carrier for HEL to GDN flights, with 86.67% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between HEL and GDN:
Copenhagen Airport
Oslo Gardermoen Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Gdansk Airport (GDN)
Currently, £39 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £83. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from HEL to GDN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HEL land at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central Helsinki. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Gdansk Airport (GDN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GDN instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Gdansk Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Wheego, Flex To Go or kaizen rent and explore beyond Gdansk's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Gdansk Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to central Gdansk
Gdansk Airport is approximately 11 kms (7 miles) from central Gdansk. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Gdansk Airport (GDN)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Gdansk. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Gdansk Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Gdansk, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to GDN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -8ºC and 5ºC on average.
Explore more of Poland
Gdansk has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Poland just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of Gdansk, a trip to Warsaw will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like The Royal Castle in Warsaw, Warsaw Uprising Monument and Museum of Modern Art.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) south of Gdansk, Lodz is another favourite stop in Poland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mural Atlas, Łódź Mural and Great Synagogue Memorial.






