Flying from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Set your travel plans in motion by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) are the main airports in Shanghai.
Expect to be travelling for 11 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Helsinki is six hours behind Shanghai. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services every week. Travel from PVG to HEL on Juneyao Airlines's 9:30am flight.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Shanghai to HEL.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Take the express route from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Direct flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) are available from here.
Juneyao Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport leaving from PVG.
Juneyao Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for flights from PVG to HEL.
With 75.0% of its services landing as planned, Finnair is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Shanghai to HEL leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
To reach PVG from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, data shows 78.11% of flights complete their journey on time.
PVG's address is No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, browse these options when taking off from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Haneda Airport (HND)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)
Driving from central Shanghai to SHA typically takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 14 kilometres.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Shanghai to HEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport:
Flights from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport have a track record for punctuality, with 85.58% of them arriving on schedule.
SHA is located at 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider booking a hotel near HEL if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Check in to one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is ج.م. 17,635. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 36,241. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Shanghai to HEL, book your ticket one month ahead of your departure date.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Shanghai to HEL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Find a cheap flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Visit Helsinki in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Shanghai to HEL flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Helsinki Cathedral and Fortress of Suomenlinna are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Helsinki must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Finland you'll want to see. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, a visit to Tampere will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Finland, consider Turku, roughly 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are key highlights.
