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.