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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki from R12 523

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HEL
Mar 31 — Apr 71
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Helsinki-Vantaa are usually found in February or January, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Helsinki

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Helsinki (HEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 523

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 142
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 30/5-4/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 45m total
  • Johannesburg to Helsinki
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 045 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 March 2025.

Fri 30/517:55JNB - HEL
1 stop23h 45mTurkish Airlines
Wed 4/612:35HEL - JNB
1 stop23h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 24/3R12 523
Fri 9/520:40JNB - HEL
1 stop17h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 16/517:10HEL - JNB
1 stop17h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3R12 978
Sun 8/623:15JNB - HEL
1 stop24h 05mKLM
Sat 28/67:00HEL - JNB
2 stops26h 30mKLM
Deal found 25/3R14 036
Sat 7/618:50JNB - HEL
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/618:25HEL - JNB
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R14 856
Sat 7/619:00JNB - HEL
2 stops39h 55mLufthansa
Sun 15/619:40HEL - JNB
2 stops37h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 25/3R15 348
Fri 25/414:30JNB - HEL
2 stops21h 20mEthiopian Air
Thu 1/517:40HEL - JNB
2 stops20h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 25/3R54 958
Sat 20/1219:35JNB - HEL
1 stop18h 05mBrussels Airlines
Sun 21/1217:50HEL - JNB
1 stop15h 40mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 25/3R91 833

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 30/5

17:55-18:40

1 stop23h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 4/6

12:35-10:35

1 stop23h 00m

R12 523

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 9/5

20:40-15:15

1 stop17h 35m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Fri 16/5

17:10-10:00

1 stop17h 50m

R12 978

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

23:15-0:20

1 stop24h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 28/6

7:00-8:30

2 stops26h 30m

R14 036

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

18:50-23:20

1 stop27h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 15/6

18:25-21:20

1 stop27h 55m

R14 856

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

19:00-11:55

2 stops39h 55m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 15/6

19:40-8:35

2 stops37h 55m

R15 348

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 25/4

14:30-12:50

2 stops21h 20m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 1/5

17:40-13:05

2 stops20h 25m

R54 958

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki is 11 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from Johannesburg to Helsinki in December is currently the most expensive (average of R880). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to HEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Helsinki in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 8% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Helsinki flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Helsinki by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Helsinki ranges from 30.0 - 70.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Helsinki when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Helsinki by month

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

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).

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 26 March 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
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Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 539 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
764 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.
Lufthansa
6,7
Okay
6 950 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 319 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Boarding

7,8

Food

7,3

Overall

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LBA - AMS

Overall, the flight from Leeds Bradford to Amsterdam was at expected. The crew were efficient at boarding and professional on board. The only issue was extremely slow check in at Leeds Bradford which was very frustrating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Located just 17,1 km from the city centre, Helsinki-Vantaa is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Helsinki from Johannesburg. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Johannesburg from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Helsinki round-trip?

    Turkish Airlines, at R12 523, was found to be the cheapest airline from Johannesburg to Helsinki.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and KLM. Turkish Airlines is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Helsinki flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Helsinki by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from Johannesburg to Helsinki in December is currently the most expensive (average of R880). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 26 March 2025.
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LufthansaCheapestR8 645AverageR12 220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 513AverageR13 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 573AverageR15 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 595AverageR15 308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 092AverageR14 102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR12 761AverageR14 341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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