Flying from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki one hour 30 minutes behind Tehran.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your IKA to HEL flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IKA and HEL:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 187 €. A round-trip fare is currently 414 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from IKA to HEL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
69.19% of flights that leave from Imam Khomeini International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Imam Khomeini International Airport from central Tehran, it takes about 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you're catching an early flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra shut-eye) at Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel is another handy option near IKA.
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Follow your own route with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and venture far and wide through Helsinki and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Imam Khomeini International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IKA to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to discover other parts of Finland. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its leading attractions. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
