Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London two hours behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to LHR start from 07:50 — the first with Finnair. The last service of the day is at 21:25 with Finnair. Overall, you can take your pick of 28 weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your HEL to LHR flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Finnair is your gateway to discovering London (and perhaps some other great corners of the United Kingdom!). Browse the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Finnair.
The most punctual carrier operating HEL to LHR flights is Finnair. Its services arrive as scheduled 71.92% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and LHR:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is Rs25,540. A return fare right now is Rs56,990. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from HEL to LHR by booking three months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
August is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HEL arrive at their destination as scheduled 84% of the time.
To reach Helsinki Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of about 30 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're getting in on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
Pick up a London Heathrow Airport rental car and explore London and beyond with your own wheels. Surprice, U-Save and Green Motion are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HEL to LHR sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another sought-after destination in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No journey is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.