Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 50 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, London is two hours behind Helsinki.
The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take your pick of 28 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to LHR is the 07:50 Finnair option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 21:25 with Finnair.
For a relaxed start to your HEL to London flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can travel nonstop from HEL to London. Take your pick of these arrival points when booking your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London ticket:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London include:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from HEL to London. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near HEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are worth a look:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from HEL arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London
ج.م. 1,327 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London flight. A return plane ticket starts from ج.م. 3,603. These fares can change depending on demand.
Book three months before travelling. Research on pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from HEL to London.
The best month for picking up cheap Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 24 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week in advance of your flight from HEL to London can help you lock in the best possible rate.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is about 48 kilometres from central London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places to rest your head close to LGW. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your HEL to London flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from LGW three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
London Stansted Airport (STN) is around 56 kilometres from the centre of London. It'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi once you've hopped off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London.
If you go by public transport, the journey time is around 45 minutes.
Find a hotel close to STN and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late HEL to London flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:
If you're searching for a specific kind of vehicle, book your ride from STN about four weeks before your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, as well as a better deal.
Best time to go to London
July is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London. To steer clear of the crowds, head to London in January.
Before booking a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to London in January when temperatures average between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
After booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Westminster Abbey, The British Museum and Big Ben are leading attractions which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. Around 257 kilometres northwest of London, a visit to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another well-known destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.