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Prices starting at $449 for return flights and $301 for one-way flights to Helsinki were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2018
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2017
| Origin Airport IATA Code | NYC |
|---|---|
| Destination Airport IATA Code | HEL |
| Distance | 4105 mi |
| Direct Flight Airlines | American Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, British Airways |
| Earliest Flight Arrival | 11:25AM UTC |
| Latest Flight Arrival | 11:25AM UTC |
New York is an incredible city and serves as an economic and entertainment hub for much of the United States. Traveling from New York to Helsinki, you'll find that Helsinki is not that different from the Big Apple itself. The city is the financial and cultural center of Finland and can be just as vibrant as New York in many ways. This can be seen in the many attractions available to visitors of the city, attractions that can be enjoyed simply by making a quick reservation for a flight and hotel accommodations through Orbitz.com.
When flying from New York City to Helsinki, you'll have three airports from which to choose. There's LaGuardia Airport and John F. Kennedy International Airport located in Queens or Newark Liberty International Airport in Newark, New Jersey. Transportation to all three locations is readily available from Manhattan. For LaGuardia, you have a choice between taking a train for $2.25 or a taxi for $30. If you're flying from JFK Airport, there's the subway available for transport for $2.50 or the taxi for $45. For Newark, a taxi is the best option, costing about $60 for the trip. For anyone choosing to drive to the airport, long-term parking is available at JFK and Newark Liberty for a daily charge of $18 and at LaGuardia for $33 a day.
Helsinki is provided with commercial air service by the Helsinki Airport, located in the nearby city of Vantaa, Finland, about 10.6 miles north of the center of Helsinki. While there's plenty to do in the city throughout the year, the best time to make a visit is during the summer, between mid-June and mid-August. The weather during the summer is mild, with high temperatures ranging from the high 60s to the low 70s and lows into the low to mid-50s. The sun only sets a few hours during the summer, so there's plenty of time to enjoy a day on the water sailing, swimming or just relaxing on the beach. There's a lot to see in the city as well, from the Nordic architecture of the City Hall and Senate Square to the 18th-century Island Fortress of Suomenlinna.
With Orbitz.com, you can find flight fares and hotel rooms that fit your budget when planning a trip from New York to Helsinki. You'll also be able to research area attractions before leaving New York City so you'll be ready to enjoy the many activities available in the city of Helsinki as soon as your flight lands.
Our Covid-19 Travel Advisor will help you with questions about quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when traveling by plane from New York to Helsinki.
Choose your favorite seat, because you'll be keeping it warm for at least 9 hours and 25 minutes. This is the shortest possible flight time from JFK Airport to HEL
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it's good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to Helsinki have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you'll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
In most cases you'll have the option to reschedule your flight to Helsinki without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the "no change fees" filter and book with confidence.
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2020 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data the cheapest month to fly is August. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all before the weather changes. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is the height of summer, with ticket prices peaking in the month of June.
To really save big on your next vacation, think outside the box. Select two different airlines or fare types for your return trip and you'll generally get a much better deal. Those who tried this on Orbitz in 2020 saved up to 45% on their airfares. Get mixing and matching today!
*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2020. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.
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