Travelling from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LTN to HEL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between LTN and HEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frederic Chopin Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 72 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 180 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from LTN to HEL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from LTN to HEL.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
Of the flights that depart from London Luton Airport, 72.75% land on time at their destination.
London Luton Airport is about 56 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LTN. Whether you're taking an early flight from London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar to explore Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to 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 London Luton Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from LTN to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its top attractions. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Tampere is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.