Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 50 minutes.
Seoul's timezone is UTC+9, making Seoul seven hours ahead of Helsinki.
Each week, there are seven Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport flights. If you'd like to take off as soon as possible, pick the 17:30 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:35 with Finnair.
Your HEL to ICN flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Getting to Seoul (and then seeing more of South Korea!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Finnair.
The most punctual carrier offering HEL to ICN flights is Finnair. Its services land as scheduled 70.0% of the time.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HEL and ICN:
Istanbul Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
At the moment, Rs91,947 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs181,160. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to ICN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HEL to ICN.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from HEL arrive on schedule 84% of the time.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're getting in on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near ICN:
Grab a Incheon International Airport rental car and explore Seoul and beyond with your own set of wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Incheon International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport to the centre of Seoul has a drive time of about 1 hour 5 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Seoul based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Incheon International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HEL to ICN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover other corners of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to check off its must-visit sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 56 kilometres west of Seoul, Incheon is another favourite stop in South Korea. No visit is complete without checking out INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest.