Travelling from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is seven hours ahead of Austin and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
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 catch your AUS to HEL flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between AUS and HEL:
O'Hare International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 254 €. A return fare is currently 508 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from AUS to HEL, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The address for AUS is 3600 Presidential Blvd.
81.23% of flights leaving Austin-Bergstrom International Airport reach their destination on time. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from AUS.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Austin. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to AUS:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you have a late Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Helsinki in February.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AUS to HEL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its leading attractions. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tampere is another standout destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
