Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki six hours ahead of Durham.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RDU to HEL flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between RDU and HEL include:
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
338 € is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start from 364 €. These prices can change depending on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RDU to HEL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RDU to HEL.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
80.09% of flights leaving Raleigh-Durham International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its impressive on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when jetting out of RDU.
To get to Raleigh-Durham International Airport from central Durham, it'll take about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near RDU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near HEL:
Travel at your own speed with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and see more of Helsinki and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to HEL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Helsinki. Around 16 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.