Flying from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Stockholm. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of here.
Expect to be traveling for 1 hour. That's the average duration of a direct Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Stockholm.
With 112 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the most popular route. Finnair operates the earliest flight at 5:30am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the latest departure from ARN to HEL is with SAS at 10:25pm.
Your flight from Stockholm to HEL won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like September. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
You can jump on a direct flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN).
At ARN, you'll find a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, such as:
The preferred airline for passengers flying between ARN and HEL is Finnair.
Scandinavian Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 92.99% of services arriving on schedule.
Located around 40 kilometers from the center of Stockholm, ARN can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near Stockholm Arlanda Airport:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport has a solid on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from ARN touch down on schedule 85% of the time.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO)
Make the most of your vacation with a stopover on your flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) is one of the options between Stockholm Skavsta Airport and HEL.
NYO is around 97 kilometers from central Stockholm. It takes 1 hour 25 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your vacation started early by booking a night near Stockholm Skavsta Airport before your Stockholm to HEL flight. Convenient stays include Aiden by Best Western Skavsta Airport and Comfortable apartment.
Stockholm Skavsta Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 91% of flights out of here meet their scheduled arrival times without fail.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Have a late flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near HEL and get cozy, quick:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometers from central Helsinki. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, AED 119 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 349. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from Stockholm to HEL, book your ticket four months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for September. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). September is the most popular month to visit Helsinki. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your Stockholm to HEL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Stockholm to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Helsinki. Around 145 kilometers away to the northwest, its best attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Turku is another essential stop in Finland and is around 153 kilometers west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without seeing Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.