Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt is 2 hours 30 minutes.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is one hour behind Helsinki.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is the busiest route. When looking for your flight, you can pick from 34 weekly services between HEL and FRA.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your HEL to Frankfurt flight.
Travelling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt ticket. Start your trip at HEL and end it at Frankfurt Airport (FRA).
Top airlines that operate direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt include:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from HEL to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Manchester Airport (MAN)
London Stansted Airport (STN)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that take off from HEL reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Frankfurt
$77 is currently the best price for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt flight. Return plane tickets start at $171. These fares may change depending on demand.
To snag cheap flights from HEL to Frankfurt, book your trip four months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to Frankfurt by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt is roughly 11 kilometres. It'll take you about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 20 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt. Stay at one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Booking your vehicle from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from HEL to Frankfurt can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN)
The centre of Frankfurt is about 121 kilometres from Frankfurt Hahn Airport (HHN). Once your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 2 hours 10 minutes or so.
Following your HEL to Frankfurt flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks before your arrival at HHN will help you save.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
September is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Frankfurt in January.
The warmest month in Frankfurt is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Frankfurt in January when temperatures average between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Frankfurt
Start your Frankfurt trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Frankfurt, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Bildungsstatte Anne Frank, Van Gogh Alive Frankfurt and Main Tower are popular attractions which should be on any good Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Berlin is just one of the many cities in Germany waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Frankfurt. Around 418 kilometres away to the northeast, its top attractions include Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall and Parliament Building.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another favourite stop in Germany. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.