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£64 - £157
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Price
London StanstedHelsinki-Vantaa
STN - HEL
STNHEL
London Stansted
Tue 3/9
Nonstop2h 50m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Tue 10/9
Nonstop3h 00m
London GatwickHelsinki-Vantaa
LGW - HEL
LGWHEL
London Gatwick
Tue 3/9
1 stop10h 35m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Tue 10/9
1 stop18h 25m
London StanstedHelsinki-Vantaa
STN - HEL
STNHEL
London Stansted
Fri 6/9
Nonstop2h 55m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sat 7/9
Nonstop2h 55m
London GatwickHelsinki-Vantaa
LGW - HEL
LGWHEL
London Gatwick
Mon 11/11
1 stop23h 05m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sun 17/11
Nonstop3h 10m
London GatwickHelsinki-Vantaa
LGW - HEL
LGWHEL
London Gatwick
Fri 6/9
1 stop9h 25m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sat 7/9
1 stop19h 50m
London GatwickHelsinki-Vantaa
LGW - HEL
LGWHEL
London Gatwick
Thu 3/10
1 stop5h 00m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sun 6/10
1 stop13h 05m
London HeathrowHelsinki-Vantaa
LHR - HEL
LHRHEL
London Heathrow
Tue 29/10
1 stop7h 20m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Mon 4/11
1 stop5h 30m
London HeathrowHelsinki-Vantaa
LHR - HEL
LHRHEL
London Heathrow
Fri 23/8
1 stop11h 30m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Tue 27/8
1 stop6h 45m
London HeathrowHelsinki-Vantaa
LHR - HEL
LHRHEL
London Heathrow
Tue 20/8
1 stop6h 45m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Thu 29/8
1 stop8h 50m
HEL Temperature | -6 - 16 °C |
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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).
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
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Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.
Find a cheap flight to Helsinki and visit Finland’s capital is an intriguing city that blends a progressive lifestyle with outstanding contemporary architecture. Sitting on a peninsular on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, the city is surrounded by water on all sides, making it a popular destination for those who want to mix a bustling city life with attractive natural surroundings. Known as the “Daughter of the Baltic”, the city incorporates a network of islands, each of which has its own distinct characteristics. Korkeasaari Island is the home of Finland’s largest zoo, one of the city’s most popular attractions, which is accessible by bridge from the island of Mustikkamaa.
Another popular tourist attraction is Suomenlinna Island Fortress, a World Heritage Site that can be explored on foot with a guided tour. Many visitors to Helsinki are fascinated by the modern architecture within the city, and one of its most famous and unusual buildings is Temppeliaukio Church, also known as the Rock Church. This unique place of worship was designed to incorporate the bedrock into its structure and is famous for its incredible acoustics. At the heart of the city centre, Senate Square provides a dramatic sight for any new visitor. Incorporating four major landmarks within the square, including the majestic Helsinki Cathedral, it’s a popular point on the tourist map. Alongside its architectural wonders, Helsinki is also a centre of contemporary arts and culture. Many visitors are drawn to Sibelius Park to visit The Sibelius Monument, a modern statue of the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. This famous monument resembles organ pipes and is one of the city’s most popular attractions. Following a busy day of sightseeing, you can relax in the leafy surroundings of Esplanade Park, where local residents enjoy various events, such as concert performances and folk dancing.
There is an excellent public transport system that operates within the city, allowing passengers to hop on and off the metro, trams and buses using a single ticket.
Once your flight arrives at Helsinki Airport (HEL), it is located 10.5 miles (17 km) north of the city centre. As the main international airport for the city and the rest of the country, there are plenty of transport options available. Buses make regular journeys to the city centre. The airport also has a major taxi station outside the arrivals area and several car rental companies can be found in the terminals as well.
Located approximately 5km (3 miles) west of the centre of Vantaa, and 17km (10.6 miles) north of Helsinki’s city centre, Helsinki Vantaa International Airport (HEL) is Finland’s main international airport. It was first built for the Summer Olympics of 1952 and now serves an average of 12.5 million passengers per year.
Current renovations at Helsinki Airport, scheduled to be completed by the end of 2011, include a complete overhaul of the waiting lounge, baggage and check-in areas. The addition of several shops, cafes and restaurants is also set to enhance the airport, while the relocation of existing retail and dining establishments will improve passenger flow and free up space for more chairs in the seating areas. The airport building itself is divided into two terminals, separated by a distance of 250 metres (820 feet), and internal pedestrian connections offer quick transfers between them.
Helsinki Vantaa International Airport is clean and staff are helpful and friendly. Security checks and customs are generally quick.