Cheap Flights from Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) to Zurich (ZRH)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich

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

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich

Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Zurich.

Helsinki to Zurich: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£150
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week75

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich is £150. 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.
2 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich.
Japan Airlines, Finnair and TAP Air Portugal fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich.
As of May 2025, there are 75 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Zurich is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 52 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 Zurich 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 Zurich is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Zurich.

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

  • Jump on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • The timezone in Zurich is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.

  • Every week, there are 20 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, take the 07:55 Finnair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 16:30 with Finnair.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to ZRH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.

  • Finnair offers direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Zurich — and maybe even more of Switzerland if you have time.

  • Finnair is the most frequently booked airline on this route.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for HEL to ZRH flights is Finnair.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and ZRH:

    • Dusseldorf International Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

    • Stockholm Arlanda Airport

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

  • £74 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport flight. A return flight starts from £150. These fares may change based on demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from HEL to ZRH by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for December. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from HEL to ZRH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • If you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich 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 snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ZRH:

  • Grab a Zurich Airport rental car and discover Zurich and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Zurich Airport around two weeks before you set off.

Getting from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to central Zurich

  • Zurich Airport is approximately 8 miles from the centre of Zurich. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 35 minutes.

When to fly to Zurich Airport (ZRH)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Zurich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Zurich Airport for July if you'd like to go to Zurich during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from HEL to ZRH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.

Explore more of Switzerland

  • Zurich has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Switzerland waiting to be discovered. Around 45 miles west of Zurich, a visit to Basel will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.

  • Bern is another essential stop in Switzerland and is around 60 miles south-west of Zurich. No journey is complete without experiencing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.