Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport takes on average 3 hours 9 minutes. The timezone in London is UTC+0, so it's 2 hours behind Helsinki.
Flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport start from 07:30 — the first with Finnair. The latest departure is the 19:35 option with Finnair. Overall, you can choose from 78 weekly services between HEL and LHR.
Travelling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Finnair has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to discover the sights in London — and maybe even more of United Kingdom if time allows.
If you want a stopover for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and LHR:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Copenhagen Airport
Before organising your cheap ticket from HEL to LHR, check if you need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated frequently. For the latest information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
76 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. A return flight starts at 153 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from HEL to LHR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Travelling from central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport takes about 44 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
If you're on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London is around 57 minutes in a car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour and 1 minute.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
July is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to London in February.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
Start your London trip right by finding the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from HEL to LHR, browse our selection of hotel options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top attractions which should be on every London itinerary.
Look into your options for arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). They're alternative international airports serving London.
Complete your London trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to London Heathrow Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your London holiday.