Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Paris: what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris.
Paris is 1 hour behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
The most popular route is from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). There are 117 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from HEL to CDG is the 06:30 Air France service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 23:15 with Finnair.
To ensure you get on your flight from HEL to Paris, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can get a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris. Begin your journey at HEL and end it at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Choose from a variety of airlines that offer direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris. Book your seat with one of these:
We make it a breeze to plan a flight from HEL to Paris with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
You can travel to France for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Finland. But before booking your cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris, make sure you have the latest information. Visa rules are subject to change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for business or another reason.
The journey from central Helsinki to HEL takes approximately 44 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Paris
25 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 54 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Book 1 month before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from HEL to Paris.
The cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris is September. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool and choose the date that offers the lowest fare.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes around 44 minutes by car. It's approximately 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). As soon as your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 34 minutes.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 57 minutes.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near ORY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from HEL to Paris at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, head for Paris in February when things are quieter.
When booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from HEL to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Paris, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Paris:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are leading attractions which should be on any good Paris itinerary.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
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