Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Cairo and Helsinki are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Leave enough time to catch your CAI to HEL flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CAI and HEL:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Larnaca International Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, $195 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $419. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from CAI to HEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CAI to HEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
63.38% of flights leaving from Cairo International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you're catching an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, book your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Helsinki in February.
Before locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAI 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
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its must-visit sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Finland, consider Tampere, about 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are key highlights.
