Flying from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Belfast.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your BFS to HEL flight.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between BFS and HEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Manchester Airport
Edinburgh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 57 €. A return ticket is currently 104 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from BFS to HEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BFS to HEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Of all flights departing from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Belfast to Belfast International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near BFS. Whether you're catching an early flight from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to HEL if you're on a late Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Helsinki in February.
Lock in your flight from Belfast International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you want to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BFS to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.