Flying from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Warsaw. Check out your options leaving from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) or Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI) when booking your flight from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).
The average duration of a direct Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Warsaw.
With 23 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the busiest route. Finnair operates the earliest flight at 8:55am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last departure from WAW to HEL is with Finnair at 9:15pm.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Warsaw to HEL.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Warsaw
Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Get to your destination in one go from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW). Direct flights from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) operate from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair. This top airline operates services from WAW.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Finnair between WAW and HEL.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 70.76% of its services arriving as scheduled.
WAW is around 8 kms (5 miles) from central Warsaw. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Frederic Chopin Airport:
Of the departures from Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% land on time at their destination.
Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI)
Consider beginning your travels from Warsaw-Modlin Airport (WMI). You can book a direct Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) plane ticket from this hub.
From WMI, direct flights from Warsaw to HEL are offered by Ryanair.
On the WMI to HEL route, Ryanair is the preferred choice for many passengers.
With public transport, you can travel from central Warsaw to WMI in about 1 hour. The airport is roughly 40 kms (25 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Warsaw to HEL flight? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw-Modlin Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Have a late flight from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HEL and turn out the lights sooner:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 10 miles from central Helsinki. How long it takes to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
£17 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. A return flight starts from £40. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your Warsaw to HEL plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Helsinki
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Helsinki right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
Helsinki Cathedral and Fortress of Suomenlinna are just two of the top attractions to add to your Helsinki to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Helsinki. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the north-west, its top attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If there's time to check out another corner of Finland, head for Turku, about 153 kms (95 miles) west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are key highlights.