Flying from Palanga International Airport (PLQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Palanga.
Your PLQ to HEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PLQ and HEL:
Riga International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Palanga International Airport (PLQ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
C$120 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start from C$238. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from PLQ to HEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PLQ to HEL.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
Palanga International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PLQ touch down on schedule 80.07% of the time.
Central Palanga to Palanga International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PLQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel close to HEL if you have a late Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Settle into 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 experience more of Helsinki and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks before travelling.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Palanga International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from PLQ 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 has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland you should also see. Around 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.