Flying from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is Phoenix's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from here.
Helsinki is nine hours ahead of Phoenix. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from Phoenix to HEL, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you stay ahead of the crowds.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Phoenix, SCF can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Break up your flight from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport and HEL are:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
On public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to PHX in around 35 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Phoenix to HEL flight? Unwind in a hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Flights from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 82.57% of them touching down right on cue.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Is around AZA 56 kilometres from central Phoenix. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes.
Make catching an early Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Flights departing from AZA arrive at their final stop within the expected time frame 78.65% of the time.
The street address of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HEL if you're catching a late flight from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Settle into one of these options and end the night sooner:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki is around 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
ج.م. 11,609 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 24,800. These fares may change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Phoenix to HEL. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Phoenix to HEL flight ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Helsinki
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Helsinki:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are top attractions which should be on every Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to discover more of Finland. Travel about 145 kilometres north-west to Tampere to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pyynikki Observation Tower to The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.
