Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 8 hours.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki two hours behind Dubai.
Your DXB to HEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Finnair has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if time allows.
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for DXB to HEL flights is Finnair.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DXB and HEL:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
156 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start from 279 €. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from DXB to HEL, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from DXB to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 74.31% arrive on time at their destination.
Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near DXB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Reserve a hotel near HEL if you're on a late Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation 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 well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
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 driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Helsinki in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from DXB to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its leading sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Finland, consider Tampere, roughly 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are highlights.