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Flight deals from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$1,059. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.C$536 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 23.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed., Sep. 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$536, select.
Los Angeles.C$537 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 22.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu., Oct. 22, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$537, select.
Los Angeles.C$607 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 24.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon., Aug. 24, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$607, select.
Los Angeles.C$666 per passenger.Departing Mon., May 25.One-way flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon., May 25, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$666, select.
Los Angeles.C$669 per passenger.Departing Mon., Jun. 8.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon., Jun. 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$669, select.
Los Angeles.C$688 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 8.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed., Jul. 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$688, select.
Los Angeles.C$701 per passenger.Departing Sun., Nov. 15.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun., Nov. 15, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$701, select.
Los Angeles.C$736 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jan. 31.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun., Jan. 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$736, select.
Los Angeles.C$756 per passenger.Departing Sat., Mar. 13.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat., Mar. 13, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$756, select.
Los Angeles.C$765 per passenger.Departing Tue., Dec. 8.One-way flight with Icelandair.Outbound indirect flight with Icelandair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue., Dec. 8, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$765, select.
Los Angeles.C$782 per passenger.Departing Tue., Feb. 2.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue., Feb. 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$782, select.
Los Angeles.C$818 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 9.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri., Apr. 9, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$818, select.
Los Angeles.C$1,082 per passenger.Departing Sun., Sep. 6.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun., Sep. 6, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,082, select.
Los Angeles.C$1,082 per passenger.Departing Mon., Aug. 31.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon., Aug. 31, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,082, select.
Los Angeles.C$1,103 per passenger.Departing Mon., Apr. 5.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon., Apr. 5, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,103, select.
Los Angeles.C$1,105 per passenger.Departing Sun., Oct. 18.One-way flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun., Oct. 18, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$1,105, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International from C$536 one-way

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in September.
May
from C$666
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from C$669
Jul.
from C$688
Aug.
from C$607
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from C$536
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from C$537
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from C$701
Dec.
from C$765
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from C$736
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from C$782
Mar.
from C$756
Apr.
from C$818

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Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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

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Los Angeles Van Nuys

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Helsinki to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$536
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week23

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International is C$1,006. 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.
11 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International.
Finnair, American Airlines and Iberia fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International.
As of May 2026, there are 23 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Los Angeles International is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Friday, November 20, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 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 Los Angeles International 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 Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Finnair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport takes on average 11 hours 5 minutes. The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7, so it's 9 hours behind Helsinki.

  • Each week, there are 4 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to get going as early as possible, opt for the 16:00 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from HEL to LAX is 19:50 with Finnair.

  • Flying during a peak time like June? Popular periods (like summer, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at check-in and security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Visiting Los Angeles (and then discovering more of United States!) is a breeze with Finnair. This popular airline runs direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • If you want to break up your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the HEL - LAX route include:

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Oslo Airport Gardermoen

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

  • Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter United States. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements often change. Before reserving your cheap ticket from HEL to LAX, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is C$536. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,006. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book 3 months before traveling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from HEL to LAX.

  • November is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from HEL to LAX couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The journey from central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport takes about 44 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Got an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 32 minutes to reach the center driving.

  • It takes around 54 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in May.

  • When reserving your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC to 32ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from HEL to LAX sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

  • As soon as you've booked your flights from HEL to LAX, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Los Angeles. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this city:

  • Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is another international airport that'll get you to and from Los Angeles. It may be a cheaper or easier choice depending on your journey, so keep it in mind when organizing your trip.

Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Los Angeles.

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