Travelling from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Frankfurt's main base, Frankfurt Airport (FRA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore your departure options from here for your flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 30 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Frankfurt. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the busiest route. You can select from 34 direct weekly services between FRA and HEL.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to HEL. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport departing from FRA. Book your journey with one of these:
Lufthansa ranks first in bookings for flights from FRA to HEL.
Finnair is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
Located around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
74% of flights departing from Frankfurt Airport make it to their destination on time.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
Break up your flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Frankfurt Hahn Airport and HEL include:
Dublin Airport (DUB)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Vilnius International Airport (VNO)
HHN is around 121 kms (75 miles) from central Frankfurt. It'll take 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Frankfurt to HEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt Hahn Airport:
Frankfurt Hahn Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 82% of flights departing here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near HEL and shut your eyes sooner:
Booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is around 18 kms (11 miles) from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is £44. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £96. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from Frankfurt to HEL, book your plane ticket three months ahead of your planned departure.
August is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
January is the quietest month for flights from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Frankfurt to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
Once you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Helsinki:
There are loads of things to do in Helsinki when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Helsinki Cathedral followed by Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Helsinki. Around 145 kms (90 miles) away to the northwest, well-known attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Around 153 kms (95 miles) west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.