Traveling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
A direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport takes on average 7 hours 8 minutes. The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, so it's 1 hour behind Doha.
Each week, there are 10 flights from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, go for the 08:05 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight from DOH to HEL is 17:10 with Finnair.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during a high season in general.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Helsinki (and maybe even some other great corners of Finland!). Choose from the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport offered by this carrier.
We make it a piece of cake to get a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DOH and HEL are:
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
To see if you need a visa to enter Finland, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from DOH to HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is C$179. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$443. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 10 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from DOH to HEL.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll be notified right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from DOH to HEL every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Doha to Hamad International Airport takes around 39 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Taking an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near DOH:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 29 minutes to reach the center driving.
It typically takes 44 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Helsinki. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
More about Helsinki
Once you've booked your flights from DOH to HEL, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Helsinki. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
All great vacations should include a little sightseeing. Helsinki Cathedral, Temppeliaukio Church and Seurasaari Open-Air Museum are among the things you can't miss in Helsinki.
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