Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bern Airport (BRN): what you need to know
Bern's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Bern one hour behind Helsinki.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your HEL to BRN flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport. Many passengers pass through Rhodes Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Bern Airport (BRN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport flight is Rs90,177. A return ticket is currently Rs169,493. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to BRN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights that depart Helsinki-Vantaa Airport reach their destination on time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near HEL:
Arriving at Bern Airport (BRN)
Consider booking a hotel close to BRN if you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Bern Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Sixt, Hertz or Europcar and find adventure across Bern and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Bern Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Bern Airport (BRN) to central Bern
From Bern Airport, Bern is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bern Airport (BRN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Bern. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Bern Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bern during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 8ºC and 23ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to BRN in January. Temperatures average between -9ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bern. Around 97 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
If you're ready to explore another side of Switzerland, consider Basel, roughly 72 kilometres north of Bern. Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises are the start of reasons to visit.