Flying from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki one hour ahead of Copenhagen.
Take your pick of 70 weekly Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. The 06:05 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight you can take. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 21:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CPH to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. When you're ready to start your Helsinki vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Finland:
Finnair is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
SAS is the most punctual carrier that offers CPH to HEL flights. An impressive 94.5% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between CPH and HEL include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Tallinn Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is C$78. A round-trip plane ticket is currently C$125. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CPH to HEL by booking nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
Organize your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Copenhagen Airport, 76.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near CPH. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to HEL if you're on a late Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and venture far and wide through Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride 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. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Helsinki. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Copenhagen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CPH to HEL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Finland you'll want to see. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.