Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is 9 hours 5 minutes.
New York is seven hours behind Helsinki and follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Take your pick of seven weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flights. The 16:55 departure with Finnair is the earliest you can take. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 17:15.
To ensure you catch your HEL to JFK flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like September, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Finnair is your gateway to exploring New York (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport offered by this airline.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Finnair.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier that operates HEL to JFK flights, with 68.42% of its services landing on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between HEL and JFK:
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Reykjavik Keflavik Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Rs99,801 is the best price for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs103,488. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap tickets from HEL to JFK, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Picking up cheap flights from HEL to JFK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL land on time.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Consider booking a hotel close to JFK if you're catching a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. Select one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt and explore beyond New York's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport about two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. July is the most popular month to visit New York. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to JFK in January. Temperatures average between -6ºC and 8ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
New York is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres south-west of New York, a visit to Philadelphia will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If there's time to check out another side of the United States, head for Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among its highlights.



