Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Dublin Airport (DUB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport is 3 hours 15 minutes.
The timezone in Dublin is UTC+0, which is two hours behind Helsinki.
Take your pick of ten weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport flights. The 07:40 departure with Finnair is the earliest you can take. Finnair operates the latest service of the day at 16:05.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your HEL to DUB flight.
Flying during a peak time such as September? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Flying into Dublin (and then discovering more of Ireland!) is easy with Finnair. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport.
Finnair has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Finnair leads the way as the most punctual carrier for HEL to DUB flights, with 86.6% of services arriving as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between HEL and DUB:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
Manchester Airport
Riga International Airport
Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights leaving Helsinki Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from HEL.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to HEL? If you've booked an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dublin Airport (DUB)
If you're arriving on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near DUB:
Pick up a Dublin Airport rental car and explore Dublin and beyond with your own wheels. Easirent, Budget and Carhire are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Dublin Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Dublin Airport (DUB) to central Dublin
From Dublin Airport, Dublin is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Dublin Airport (DUB)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Dublin based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Dublin is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Dublin Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to DUB in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Ireland just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres south-west of Dublin, a visit to Cork will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Blarney Castle & Gardens, Blarney Castle House(Teach Caisleán na Blarnan) and Blarney Stone.