Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Copenhagen's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Copenhagen one hour behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to CPH start from 06:05 — the first with Finnair. The latest departure is at 23:15 with Finnair. In total, there are 208 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to CPH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport. When you're ready to start your Copenhagen holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Denmark:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Finnair.
SAS is the most punctual carrier offering HEL to CPH flights, with 74.55% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and CPH:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Tallinn Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport flight is 39 €. A return fare is currently 86 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HEL to CPH.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
If you're getting in on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near CPH:
Grab a Copenhagen Airport rental car and explore Copenhagen and beyond with your own wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Europcar and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Copenhagen Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to central Copenhagen
Copenhagen Airport to the centre of Copenhagen has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
When to fly to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
June is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Copenhagen in January.
Before locking in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Copenhagen Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Copenhagen, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to CPH in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -4ºC (25ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.
Explore more of Denmark
You've done Copenhagen, now it's time to explore other parts of Denmark. Travel around 145 kilometres west to Odense to check off its must-visit sights. From Hermes (gud for handlende) vandskulptur to Det gamle vandtårn and Rose Garden, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 225 kilometres north-west of Copenhagen, Aalborg is another favourite stop in Denmark. No visit is complete without checking out Aalborg Historical Museum, Utzon Centre and Kunsten Museum of Modern Art Aalborg.