Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL): what you need to know
The timezone in Montpellier is UTC+1, which is one hour behind Helsinki.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to MPL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and MPL:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
ج.م. 5,853 is the lowest price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 14,439. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to MPL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to MPL.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
If you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MPL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Montpellier Mediterranee Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Alamo or Europcar and discover more of Montpellier and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL) to central Montpellier
From Montpellier Mediterranee Airport, Montpellier is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport (MPL)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Montpellier based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Montpellier is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Montpellier Mediterranee Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to MPL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Marseille is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered once you've seen Montpellier. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Old Port of Marseille, Le Panier and Cathédrale La Major.
Around 257 kilometres north of Montpellier, Lyon is another favourite stop in France. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
