Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is nine hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your HEL to Vancouver flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from HEL to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
HEL is around 10 miles from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
60.23% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Vancouver
£246 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver flight. A return ticket right now is £464. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from HEL to Vancouver if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 9 miles away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and experience the lesser-explored corners of Vancouver and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from HEL to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) is around 1 mile from central Vancouver. Once you've hopped off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The journey will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CXH. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HEL to Vancouver flight at one of these well-located options:
Avoid filling out forms on the spot and save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Reserve your ride from CXH a few weeks in advance so you can just grab the keys and be on your way.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 40 miles from the centre of Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to get to the city centre in a ride-share or cab after your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver.
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, choose a hotel near YXX. Get settled at one of these stays after your HEL to Vancouver flight:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip by picking up an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise make getting on the road smooth sailing.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from YXX one week before your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver for the most affordable rates.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before locking in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Vancouver, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are just a couple of the leading attractions to add to your Vancouver must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
You've done Vancouver, now it's time to explore more of Canada. Travel around 170 miles east to Kelowna to tick off its leading sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 160 miles north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.