Travelling from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Helsinki is one hour ahead of Warsaw and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Choose from 33 weekly Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 08:55 departure with Finnair is the earliest available. Finnair operates the latest service of the day at 21:10.
To ensure you catch your WAW to HEL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Helsinki (and perhaps some other great corners of Finland!). Check out the direct flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Finnair.
The most punctual carrier that offers WAW to HEL flights is Finnair. Its services arrive as planned 70.76% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Currently, ج.م. 3,337 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 7,008. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from WAW to HEL.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Handy information about Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)
Of all flights leaving Frederic Chopin Airport, 77.68% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Frederic Chopin Airport from central Warsaw, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to WAW? If you've booked an early flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel close to HEL if you're catching a late Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Frederic Chopin Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from WAW to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to discover other parts of Finland. Travel around 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its leading sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. No visit is complete without checking out Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.