Flying from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) taking off from here.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is three hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Colombo to HEL.
In high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Travelling from central Colombo to RML takes around 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Colombo Ratmalana Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, browse these options when leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to HEL flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 75.71%.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon 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 top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Rs79,580 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. A return flight starts at Rs174,331. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Colombo to HEL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on flight tickets from Colombo to HEL.
Nail down a great price on a flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'
The best time to fly from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Plan your visit to Helsinki in February if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Colombo to HEL flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. 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 Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of things to do in Helsinki when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Helsinki Cathedral followed by Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Finland, head for Turku, roughly 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are highlights.
