Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Vilnius Airport (VNO): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport.
Helsinki and Vilnius share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Take your pick of 28 weekly Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport flights. The 07:15 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight you can take. Finnair operates the last service of the day at 19:55.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to VNO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Vilnius (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Lithuania!). Browse the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport offered by this popular airline.
Finnair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 78.18% of services landing on schedule, Finnair is the most punctual carrier offering HEL to VNO flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between HEL and VNO:
Copenhagen Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Riga International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
Currently, $84 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $205. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to VNO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from HEL to VNO by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Helsinki Vantaa Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from HEL land on schedule 84% of the time.
To reach Helsinki Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near HEL:
Arriving at Vilnius Airport (VNO)
Consider staying in a hotel near VNO if you're taking a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Vilnius Airport rental car and explore Vilnius and beyond with your own set of wheels. Panek, Green Motion and Toprent are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Vilnius Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
When to fly to Vilnius Airport (VNO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Vilnius. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vilnius Airport for July if you'd like to go to Vilnius during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to VNO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -13ºC (9ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Lithuania
Kaunas is just one of the many cities in Lithuania waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Vilnius. Around 88 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Street art, Unity Square and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul.
If you're eager to discover another side of Lithuania, head for Klaipėda, about 290 kilometres north-west of Vilnius. WWII Bunkers, The Dolphinarium and Klaipėda Castle are among the biggest draws.