Travelling from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Brussels.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 06:35 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight available. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 19:10.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BRU to HEL flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Helsinki (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Finland!). Browse the direct flights from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport offered by this carrier.
Finnair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier offering BRU to HEL flights, with 72.03% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BRU and HEL include:
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Riga International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, 88 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 199 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from BRU to HEL, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from BRU to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
71.97% of flights departing from Brussels Airport land at their destination on time.
Brussels Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near BRU. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Follow your own route with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience more of Helsinki and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good 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 drive to the centre.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Brussels Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BRU to HEL sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its top sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.