Travelling from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Amsterdam.
Choose from 35 weekly Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights. The 09:40 departure with KLM is the earliest you can take. KLM operates the last service of the day at 21:00.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Show up at the airport on time to board your AMS to HEL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
KLM has direct flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with KLM on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating AMS to HEL flights is Finnair. Its services land as scheduled 72.73% of the time.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between AMS and HEL include:
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight is 106 €. A return ticket is currently 183 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book one month before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from AMS to HEL.
The cheapest month for flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from AMS to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
75% of flights leaving from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AMS? If you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're getting in on a late Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near HEL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. September is the most popular month to head to Helsinki. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.