Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
3 hours 6 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. London is 2 hours behind Helsinki and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Each week, there are 8 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. The earliest flight from HEL to LGW is at 07:50 and the last is at 18:50.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that catches your eye. The most popular stopovers on the HEL - LGW route include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Copenhagen Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Remember, you might need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are constantly changing. Before reserving your cheap ticket from HEL to LGW, check with your carrier and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport is C$59. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$170. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book 3 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from HEL to LGW.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time looking for cheap flight tickets from HEL to LGW every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Located around 19 kilometres from the center of Helsinki, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport can be reached in approximately 29 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport is roughly 44 minutes.
After a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Reserve a hotel near LGW if you're on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres from the center of London. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 1 hour and 19 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport. August is the most popular month to visit London. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Gatwick Airport for July if you want to visit London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from HEL to LGW around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in London right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from HEL to LGW:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are among the things you can't miss in London.
Browse your options for traveling to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or Stansted Airport (STN). They're other international airports that'll get you to London.
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