Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
A direct flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport takes an average of 2 hours 34 minutes. The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which makes it 2 hours ahead of Edinburgh.
Flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport start from 06:35 — the earliest with Finnair. The latest departure is the 18:35 service with Finnair. Overall, you can choose from 10 weekly services from EDI to HEL.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Finnair runs direct flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if your schedule allows.
If you want to break up your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the EDI - HEL route include:
Copenhagen Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Remember, you may need a visa to enter Finland. Visa regulations can vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before organising your cheap ticket from EDI to HEL, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Rs20,667 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. A return flight starts from Rs44,647. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Book 4 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flights from EDI to HEL.
The cheapest month for tickets from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flights from EDI to HEL. You don't need to search every day to see if fares have fallen. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Airport can be reached in approximately 31 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to EDI? If you're on an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel near HEL if you're taking a late flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 29 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 44 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Helsinki. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you'd like to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap flights from EDI to HEL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Helsinki
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Helsinki right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from EDI to HEL:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum are must-do's during your Helsinki adventure.
Complete your Helsinki trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we do. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, explore our great car rental offers that'll give you the freedom to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Helsinki stay.