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Cheap flights from South Africa to Helsinki from R12 868

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — HEL
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Helsinki

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Helsinki flight deals. Data was last updated 25 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 868

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 719
KLM
  • KLM
  • 7/6-15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 25m total
  • South Africa to Helsinki
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R28 283 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 261 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Helsinki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 April 2025.

Sat 7/623:15JNB - HEL
1 stop24h 05mKLM
Sun 15/67:00HEL - JNB
1 stop15h 20mKLM
Deal found 24/4R12 868
Fri 23/519:00JNB - HEL
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
Thu 5/66:00HEL - JNB
2 stops27h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 24/4R13 560
Sun 8/623:15JNB - HEL
1 stop24h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 28/613:55HEL - JNB
2 stops19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R14 588
Sun 8/620:25JNB - HEL
1 stop17h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 28/617:10HEL - JNB
1 stop24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R15 037
Sun 8/618:50JNB - HEL
2 stops21h 50mAir France
Sat 28/67:00HEL - JNB
2 stops26h 30mAir France
Deal found 24/4R15 168

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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa 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 25 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Helsinki that are best for you.

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Helsinki

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/6

23:15-0:20

1 stop24h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 15/6

7:00-21:20

1 stop15h 20m

R12 868

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/5

19:00-12:50

1 stop16h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 5/6

6:00-8:35

2 stops27h 35m

R13 560

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

23:15-0:20

1 stop24h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 28/6

13:55-8:30

2 stops19h 35m

R14 588

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

20:25-15:15

1 stop17h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 28/6

17:10-16:10

1 stop24h 00m

R15 037

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/6

18:50-17:40

2 stops21h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 28/6

7:00-8:30

2 stops26h 30m

R15 168

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/4

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Helsinki

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from South Africa 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 ZA to HEL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa 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 25 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Helsinki as you normally would.

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 25 April 2025.
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
1 333 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
3 562 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,8

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.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 444 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,8

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
7 030 reviews
KLM
7,8
Good
1 333 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7,8

Comfort

7,7

Crew

8,4

Entertainment

7,1

Food

7,2

Overall

7,8

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 South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Located just 17,1 km from the city centre, Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Helsinki from South Africa.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Helsinki?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Helsinki-Vantaa, Cape Town Intl - Helsinki-Vantaa or Port Elizabeth - Helsinki-Vantaa when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Helsinki.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Helsinki?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Helsinki?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Helsinki (average of R626). Flying from South Africa 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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Top 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Helsinki

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 25 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR8 872AverageR13 464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapestR9 287AverageR13 013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 813AverageR14 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR11 875AverageR15 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR11 949AverageR15 506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 020AverageR14 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapestR13 094AverageR15 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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