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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa

Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Osaka to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Osaka to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found791 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time13 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa is 791 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa.
Japan Airlines, Finnair and British Airways fly direct from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa.
As of June 2025, there are 23 flights per week flying from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Osaka to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Thursday, 27 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Helsinki Vantaa is Finnair .

Flying from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Osaka. Check out your options departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when searching for a flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).

  • Around 13 hours 5 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.

  • Helsinki is seven hours behind Osaka. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Choose from 5 direct flights every week between Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). This is the most popular route, with Finnair offering a 10:25pm departure from KIX to HEL.

  • For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from Osaka to HEL.

  • Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Osaka

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

  • Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Direct flights from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) can be booked from here.

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair. This top airline operates departures from KIX.

  • The majority of travellers choose to book seats with Finnair from KIX to HEL.

  • Among carriers operating on this route, Finnair leads the way for on-time arrivals.

  • Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to HEL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Break the trip up (and maybe score a better deal) by stopping at one of these airports:

    • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • KIX is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Stay somewhere near Kansai International Airport, such as First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also have you moments from the terminal.

  • Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on schedule at their destination.

  • You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.

Itami Airport (ITM)

  • Break up your flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with a stop at Haneda Airport (HND). A main stopover between Itami Airport and HEL, it's a good opportunity to relax before the next leg of your journey.

  • The drive from central Osaka to ITM usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city centre to the airport is around 16 kilometres.

  • Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Osaka to HEL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Itami Airport:

  • 77.41% of all departures from Itami Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.

Kobe Airport (UKB)

  • If you're on your way to UKB from the centre of Osaka, it takes about 45 minutes to arrive by car. The drive is roughly 40 kilometres.

  • Make catching an early Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Kobe Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:

  • UKB has an on-time performance rating of 85.15%. This means most of its flights arrive at their destination as expected and your trip goes off without a hitch.

  • The street address of Kobe Airport is 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.

About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • 368 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Return flights start at 791 €. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Osaka to HEL.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • Stay on top of deals for plane tickets from Osaka to HEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when prices go down.

  • Save money on your flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • Before locking in your Osaka to HEL plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Helsinki

  • After booking your flight from Osaka to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Helsinki:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are highlights which should be on every Helsinki itinerary.

Explore more of Finland

  • Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've seen Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Finland, consider Turku, about 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are the start of reasons to visit.

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