Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
Manchester is two hours behind Helsinki and observes the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 17 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport flights. If you want to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 08:10 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 16:10 with Finnair.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HEL to MAN flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Manchester — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Finnair on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for HEL to MAN flights is Finnair.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HEL and MAN include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Right now, £46 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £103. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from HEL to MAN, reserve your journey 11 months ahead of your departure date.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from HEL to MAN.
Pick your preferred 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 Manchester Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of the flights that depart from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 12 miles from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAN instead:
Pick up a Manchester Airport rental car and explore Manchester and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Drivalia and Surprice are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
Manchester Airport to the centre of Manchester has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Manchester in January.
The warmest month in Manchester is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Manchester Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to MAN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Manchester. Around 160 miles away to the south-east, top sights here include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 70 miles south of Manchester, Birmingham is another essential stop in United Kingdom. Start your sightseeing at Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.