Travelling from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is six hours behind Manila and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your MNL to HEL flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like May? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between MNL and HEL:
Istanbul Airport
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Kansai International (Osaka) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, Rs91,449 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs185,638. Remember that fares could 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 MNL to HEL if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MNL to HEL.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
Of all flights departing from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, 72% arrive on time at their destination.
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Manila. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MNL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and see more of Helsinki and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Helsinki Vantaa Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. September is the busiest month to head to Helsinki. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MNL to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to discover more of Finland. Journey around 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its top attractions. From Nuuksio Park to Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another side of Finland, consider Tampere, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve are key highlights.