Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Podgorica Airport (TGD): what you need to know
Podgorica's timezone is UTC+1, making Podgorica one hour behind Helsinki.
Give yourself enough time to catch your HEL to TGD flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HEL and TGD include:
Vienna Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Krakow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport flight is Rs18,405. A return plane ticket right now is Rs44,976. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to TGD if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport.
Landing cheap flights from HEL to TGD 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 when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights leaving Helsinki Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of HEL.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Podgorica Airport (TGD)
Reserve a hotel close to TGD if you're catching a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Podgorica Airport rental car and discover Podgorica and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, U-Save and Surprice are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Podgorica Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to central Podgorica
Podgorica Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from central Podgorica. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Podgorica Airport (TGD)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Podgorica based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Podgorica Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Podgorica, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 34ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HEL to TGD sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Montenegro
Nikšić is just one of the many cities in Montenegro waiting to be explored after you've experienced Podgorica. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Trebjesa, Bedem Fortress and Heritage Museum at King Nikola Palace.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Montenegro, consider Herceg Novi, roughly 56 kilometres west of Podgorica. Promenade of Herceg Novi, Viewpoint of Herceg Novi and Forte Mare are among the biggest draws.