Travelling from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of Cardiff.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CWL to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CWL and HEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Keflavik International Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, 104 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 243 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CWL to HEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Cardiff Airport (CWL)
66.16% of flights departing from Cardiff Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Cardiff Airport from central Cardiff, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near CWL? If you're boarding an early flight from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Travel at your own pace with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and find adventure across Helsinki and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
It takes roughly 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Cardiff Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CWL to HEL in January. Temperatures average 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 after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.