Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Seoul: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 13 hours 40 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul.
Seoul is seven hours ahead of Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Seoul follows the UTC+9 timezone.
The busiest route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Incheon International Airport (ICN). Choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. Finnair offers a 17:30 departure between HEL and ICN.
Allow plenty of time to catch your HEL to Seoul flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your trip at HEL and fly nonstop to Incheon International Airport (ICN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul tickets.
Book your seat with Finnair. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from HEL to Seoul with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
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Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul or just don't like being rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Seoul
289 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul flight. A return ticket right now is 482 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap flights from HEL to Seoul, reserve your journey one month ahead of your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HEL to Seoul by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to get there will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Explore without limits with an Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and experience more of Seoul and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Seoul.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is around 16 kilometres from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). Step off your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul and then keep an eye out for any airport signs directing you to the centre.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 5 minutes or so.
Following your HEL to Seoul flight, settle in at a hotel close to GMP. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Gimpo International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare offers from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul and Hi Rent A Car.
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from GMP one week ahead of time often means better prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
Plan your trip to Seoul during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Seoul around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Seoul, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seoul:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace and N Seoul Tower are essential stops on your Seoul itinerary.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-east of Seoul, a trip to Busan will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Haeundae Beach, Gamcheon Culture Village and Beomeosa Temple.
Daegu is another essential stop in South Korea and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Seoul. No journey is complete without a visit to Duryu Park People's Garden, E-World and Apsan Park.