Travelling from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Beijing. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.
Your flight from Beijing to HEL won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Beijing to HEL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
PEK is about 27 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Beijing Capital International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
81% of flights leaving Beijing Capital International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from PEK.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Check out these connections between Beijing Daxing International Airport and HEL:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
PKX is around 48 kilometres from central Beijing. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Beijing to HEL flight? Relax in a hotel near Beijing Daxing International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
Beijing Daxing International Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 87% of flights departing here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel near HEL if you have a late flight from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It takes roughly 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Currently, Rs100,984 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs163,213. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Beijing to HEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Cheap Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Beijing to HEL.
Find a cheap flight from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to go to Helsinki. September is when most people book flights from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Lock in a Beijing to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Beijing to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Your visit to Helsinki should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be explored once you've seen Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the northwest, its best attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you want to check out another corner of Finland, consider Turku, about 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are among the biggest draws.
