Flying from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the main airports in Dusseldorf.
Book a direct Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Dusseldorf. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.
With 17 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the busiest route. Finnair operates the earliest flight at 8:25am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from DUS to HEL is with Finnair at 6:45pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dusseldorf to HEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) depart from this terminal.
Finnair is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport departing from DUS.
Finnair is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DUS to HEL.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 71.3% of its services reaching their destination on time.
DUS is around 10 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Dusseldorf International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
78.28% of flights taking off from Dusseldorf International Airport reach their destination on time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Tick a new place off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, check out these options when setting off from Weeze Airport:
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Malaga Airport (AGP)
Chania International Airport (CHQ)
You can get to NRN from the centre of Dusseldorf in approximately 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes to cover the 80 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dusseldorf to HEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Weeze Airport:
Flights from Weeze Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80.87% of them landing right on cue.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks before your Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is roughly 16 kilometres from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 90 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 175 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Helsinki. June is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Book a Dusseldorf to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Helsinki
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Helsinki right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Helsinki when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Make your way to Helsinki Cathedral followed by Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Finland, head for Turku, roughly 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are the start of reasons to visit.