Travelling from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is nine hours ahead of Phoenix.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHX to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PHX and HEL include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Handy information about Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PHX make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Central Phoenix to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near PHX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Pick up a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport for July if you want to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PHX to HEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.