Travelling from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when planning your flight from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Explore your options for taking off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and London Stansted Airport (STN).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 50 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of London.
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the most popular route. There are 28 direct weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, take the last flight with Finnair at 6:10pm. Go for the first LHR to HEL departure with Finnair at 7:30am if you'd rather get a move on.
Your flight from London to HEL won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) can be booked from this terminal.
You can book a direct flight from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair. This well-known airline offers services from LHR.
Finnair is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from LHR to HEL.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 73.76% of its services reaching their destination on time.
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Thinking of flying out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW)? Direct London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Catch your direct flight from London to HEL with Norwegian Air Sweden. This is one of the top airlines flying this route out of LGW.
Norwegian Air Sweden attracts the most bookings on the LGW to HEL route.
LGW is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to HEL flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 82% of them landing right on cue.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Start your trip at London Stansted Airport (STN) and go straight to your destination without layovers. You can book direct flights from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport out of here.
Fly out of STN with Ryanair. This trusted airline offers direct London to HEL plane tickets.
Ryanair is the airline most travellers choose for flights from STN to HEL.
Ryanair leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 91.67% of its departures on this route reach their destination on schedule.
STN is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) from central London. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 5 minutes. If you're planning to take public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Make catching an early London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Stay at one of these hotels near London Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means the majority of its flights touch down as expected and your plans stay right on track.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Reserve a hotel near HEL if you have a late flight from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is around 18 kms (11 miles) from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, £19 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £35. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from London to HEL, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). September is when most people visit Helsinki. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in January.
Lock in a London to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland waiting to be explored. Around 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Helsinki, a trip to Tampere will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.
