Traveling from Joensuu Airport (JOE) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport take 1 hour 5 minutes. Helsinki and Joensuu are in the same timezone (UTC+2), meaning you won't need to change your watch after you arrive.
Flights from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport start at 05:30 — the earliest with Finnair. The last flight of the day is the 23:35 service with Finnair. Overall, there are 11 services every week from JOE to HEL.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like June and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Finnair offers direct flights from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Helsinki — plus maybe even more of Finland if you have time.
Once you've found cheap ticket from JOE to HEL, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't required as you're traveling within Finland. As long as you have some other identity document, like an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Joensuu Airport (JOE) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is C$129. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$288. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap flight tickets from JOE to HEL by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organize your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from JOE to HEL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Play around with filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Joensuu Airport (JOE)
Traveling from central Joensuu to Joensuu Airport takes around 1 hour and 5 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a convenient hotel close to JOE? If you've booked an early flight from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near HEL:
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 takes around 44 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Joensuu Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from JOE to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
More about Helsinki
Once you've booked your flights from JOE to HEL, you'll want to find a hotel in Helsinki. Make one of these options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Helsinki Cathedral and Temppeliaukio Church are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Helsinki itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Seurasaari Open-Air Museum.
Complete your Helsinki trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, explore our great car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal Helsinki stay.
