Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA): what you need to know
New York's timezone is UTC-5, which makes New York seven hours behind Helsinki.
To ensure you get on your HEL to LGA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and LGA:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Right now, Rs130,823 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs196,074. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to LGA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart HEL reach their destination on time.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
If you have a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near LGA:
Follow your own route with a New York LaGuardia Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Ace Rent a Car or Thrifty and discover more of New York and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from New York LaGuardia Airport around two weeks before you travel.
Getting from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to central New York
You'll find LGA at Hangar 7 Centre.
From New York LaGuardia Airport, New York is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport is December, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in New York is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to New York LaGuardia Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to LGA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 306 kilometres north-east of New York. No trip is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.
