Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Stuttgart Airport (STR): what you need to know
Stuttgart's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Stuttgart one hour behind Helsinki.
Give yourself enough time to catch your HEL to STR flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport. These are the top stopovers between HEL and STR:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Right now, 85 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 201 €. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to STR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HEL to STR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
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 driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Book a hotel near STR if you're catching a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Stuttgart Airport rental car and discover Stuttgart and beyond with your own set of wheels. Flex To Go, Alamo and Enterprise are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Stuttgart Airport about one week before your travel date.
Getting from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to central Stuttgart
Stuttgart Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Stuttgart. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Stuttgart Airport (STR)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport is January, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Stuttgart based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Stuttgart Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Stuttgart, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to STR sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Stuttgart, now it's time to explore more of Germany. Journey about 193 kilometres east to Munich to tick off its leading sights. From Marienplatz to Deutsches Museum and BMW Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Essen is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 338 kilometres north-west of Stuttgart. No journey is complete without visiting Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.