£43 Cheap Flights from Helsinki Vantaa (HEL) to London (LOND)

Q: How many airports are there in London?

There are 6 airports in London: London City, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, and London Southend.

Q: How much are return flights from Helsinki Vantaa to London?

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to London is £43. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to London?

3 hours and 7 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to London.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to London?

Finnair, British Airways and Qantas fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to London.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Helsinki Vantaa to London?

As of June 2025, there are 237 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to London.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to London?

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to London is usually June 2025.

Q: Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in London?

If you're flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport, the cheapest airport near London is London Stansted – which is 30.2 miles away from the centre of London. We've found flights into this airport from £43 .

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London on Wednesday, 17 September 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 7 minutes.

Q: How can I get the best flight deal from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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London.£43 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £43, select.

London.£47 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £47, select.

London.£51 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 2 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

London.£51 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 5 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £51, select.

London.£55 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £55, select.

London.£61 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in London Stansted.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £61, select.

London.£66 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Mon, 2 Feb.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden and Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Mon, 2 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

London.£66 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 17 Mar.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden and Ryanair.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Inbound direct flight with Ryanair departs from London Stansted on Tue, 17 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From £66, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London

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Cheapest month:September

Most expensive month:June

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Alternative Helsinki Vantaa to London routes

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Helsinki to London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£43
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	3 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Finnair
Average flights per week	474

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Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London: what you need to know

Jump on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 50 minutes.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Following the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Helsinki.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most traveled route, with 36 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from HEL to LHR is with Finnair at 21:25. Opt for the first departure operated by Finnair at 07:50 if you want to fly out earlier.
For a relaxed start to your HEL to London flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Begin your trip at HEL and head straight to London without any layovers. When booking a direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London ticket, here's where you can touch down:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
- Stansted Airport (STN)
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. Book your journey with one of these:
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from HEL to London with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 10 miles from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel near HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London

The best price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London flight is £21. The cheapest price for a return flight is £43. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book four months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HEL to London.
August is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London tickets. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
There's no need to check back constantly to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from HEL to London.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

Airports in London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

The distance from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London is roughly 19 miles. It takes about 55 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
If you have a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Begin your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead of your flight from HEL to London can help you lock in the lowest rate.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

After your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 20 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 50 miles from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can expect the trip to take about 30 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to rest your head close to LGW. Kick back and get cosy after your HEL to London flight at any of these perfectly located options:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and make a speedy getaway.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride three weeks ahead of your arrival at LGW will save you money.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London has arrived. Central London is around 40 miles from Stansted Airport (STN) and takes roughly 1 hour to reach by cab or ride-share.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Find a hotel close to STN and get from baggage claim to your bed in a snap. Whether you're arriving on a late HEL to London flight or just want a hassle-free arrival, these accommodation options bring comfort closer to you:
Whether you're looking for an economy for a solo getaway or a full-size SUV to fit a group of friends, you'll find the perfect Stansted Airport rental car for you. Check out the range of wheels available here from companies such as Green Motion, Drivalia and Europcar.
If you're looking for a specific model or make, lock in your ride from STN around four weeks before your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you prefer, on top of a better deal.

Best time to go to London

Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. The city comes alive in high season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can get crowded. Visit London in low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London plane ticket with a departure in July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about London

Start your London trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. The British Museum, Big Ben and Buckingham Palace are essential stops on your London itinerary.

Explore more of United Kingdom

Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced London. Around 100 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another major destination in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, roughly 110 miles west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among the biggest draws.