Travelling from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Basel.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your BSL to HEL flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss 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 BSL and HEL:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
70 € is the best price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts at 176 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BSL to HEL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BSL to HEL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Of all flights departing from EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to EuroAirport Swiss from central Basel, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to BSL:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're arriving on a late EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Follow your own route with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and venture far and wide through Helsinki and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BSL to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
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, popular attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
If you're looking to explore another side of Finland, head for Tampere, about 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are among the biggest draws.
