Travelling from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Oslo. Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of here.
Jump on a direct Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Helsinki is one hour ahead of Oslo. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
The busiest route is from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), with 35 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from OSL to HEL is the 7:05am Norwegian Air Shuttle option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 8:50pm with Finnair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Oslo to HEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Popular months like September or other peak periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Oslo
Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Get there in one go from Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL). Direct flights from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) can be booked from here.
Book your direct flight from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair. This top airline operates departures from OSL.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Finnair between OSL and HEL.
Norwegian is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 89.47% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
The journey from central Oslo to OSL takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kms (30 miles) in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Oslo Gardermoen Airport:
Oslo Gardermoen Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from OSL land on schedule 85% of the time.
TORP Sandefjord (TRF)
You can get to TRF from central Oslo in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 50 minutes to travel the 113 kms (70 miles) or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Oslo to HEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to TORP Sandefjord:
Most flights that leave TORP Sandefjord make it to their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 88%.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near HEL:
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you lock in a great 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. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is £37. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £71. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Oslo to HEL, book your ticket four months before your planned departure.
The best month for scoring cheap Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Helsinki. September is when most people book flights from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Book a Oslo to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Helsinki
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Helsinki right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Oslo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet are essential stops on your Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Finland just waiting to be explored. About 145 kms (90 miles) northwest of Helsinki, a visit to Tampere will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you're looking to explore another side of Finland, head for Turku, roughly 153 kms (95 miles) west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are key highlights.