Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 6 hours 45 minutes.
Doha is one hour ahead of Helsinki and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from HEL to DOH start from 16:05 — the first with Finnair. The last service of the day is at 17:10 with Finnair. In total, you can choose from ten weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your HEL to DOH flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finnair is your gateway to exploring Doha (and maybe even some other great parts of Qatar!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Finnair.
Among carriers operating HEL to DOH flights, Finnair has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HEL and DOH:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Right now, Rs39,206 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs79,192. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to DOH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
November is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HEL to DOH.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DOH instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hamad International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from SAFETY RENT A CAR, Alamo or Budget and discover more of Doha and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Hamad International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
Hamad International Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Doha. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Doha. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Doha is July, with the temperature ranging between 31ºC and 42ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Hamad International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to DOH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of Qatar
Ar Rayyan is just one of the many cities in Qatar waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Doha. Around 11 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Green Spine, Barwa Roadside Park and Al Tamyoz HMC camp.
If you want to check out another major destination in Qatar, consider Umm Şalāl Muḩammad, roughly 19 kilometres north-west of Doha. Mosque (1106), Sheikh Nasser bin Jassem al-Thani Mosque and Mosque 1333(م.س ١٣٣٣) are key reasons to visit.