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Cheap flights to Helsinki from R16 783

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — HEL
May 13 — May 201
1 adult
Mon 13/5
Mon 20/5

Flights to Helsinki in 2024

Find the latest flights to Helsinki in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 543 462 searches and data was last updated on 8 May 2024.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R13 734

Return from

R16 783
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Johannesburg to Helsinki-Vantaa
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Helsinki 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Helsinki in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 543 462 searches and data were last updated on 8 May 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Helsinki in May and June 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 3/720:15JNB - HEL
1 stop18h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 9/717:10HEL - JNB
1 stop17h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R16 783
Wed 3/718:05JNB - HEL
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/76:20HEL - JNB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R18 687
Wed 3/79:55JNB - HEL
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/76:20HEL - JNB
2 stops25h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R19 112
Wed 3/79:55JNB - HEL
2 stops25h 05mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/76:05HEL - JNB
2 stops27h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/5R20 647
Wed 3/79:55JNB - HEL
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/717:45HEL - JNB
3 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R21 090
Tue 2/71:15JNB - HEL
2 stops22h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/718:10HEL - JNB
2 stops17h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5R25 896

Average price of flights to Helsinki by month

Plan your trip to Helsinki by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Helsinki is currently R0 while a return flight costs R20 369. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying to Helsinki in August will prove the most costly (average of R851). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R11 571

February

R11 848

March

R12 015

April

R14 602

May

R13 198

June

R13 567

July

R15 582

August

R15 730

September

R13 456

October

R13 845

November

R12 421

December

R15 600

Temperature and rainfall in Helsinki by month

Plan your trip to Helsinki by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

HEL

Temperature

-6 - 16 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Helsinki, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 16.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of February, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -6.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Helsinki?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Helsinki. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Helsinki?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Helsinki should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Helsinki

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Helsinki. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Helsinki. Reviews last updated 8 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Turkish Airlines and Air France to Helsinki. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Q suite was great. Qatar needs to improve their website. Limited use and not reliable.

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Q suite was great. Qatar needs to improve their website. Limited use and not reliable.

Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 370 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 428 reviews
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Crew

8,2

Boarding

7,8

Overall

7,7

Entertainment

7,7

Comfort

7,7

Food

7,5

Reviews

1 / 10

Q suite was great. Qatar needs to improve their website. Limited use and not reliable.

  • What does HEL mean?

    This is just an IATA (International Air Transport Association) code. IATA codes are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a HEL flight.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Helsinki?

    If you book a flight to Helsinki, you will be flying into Helsinki-Vantaa, which is the city’s only airport. Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is located 17,1 km from the centre of Helsinki.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Helsinki if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Helsinki on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Helsinki?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Lufthansa is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Helsinki.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki?

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Helsinki. One-way flights to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport typically cost R2 377, while return flights cost around R3 666.

  • How much is a return flight to Helsinki?

    A return flight to Helsinki will typically cost around R309, however they can be found for as little as R198.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Helsinki depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Helsinki, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Helsinki-Vantaa Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?

    Yes. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hilton Helsinki Airport is the closest property to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (0,0 km away from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport).

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