Travelling from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Melbourne. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to HEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like December. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to HEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
68% of flights that depart Melbourne Tullamarine Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Getting everyone to the airport on time before your Melbourne to HEL flight is easier when you stay near Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them arriving within the expected time frame.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider booking a hotel near HEL if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Choose one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar to explore Helsinki and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is around 18 kilometres from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 30 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, $543 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,296. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to HEL, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets first go on sale.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). September is the peak month for travel to Helsinki. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in January.
Lock in a Melbourne to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Helsinki
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Helsinki right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
Helsinki Cathedral and Helsinki Central Station are a couple of major attractions to add to your Helsinki travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Finnish National Opera and Ballet.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be discovered once you've seen Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Turku is another well-known destination in Finland and is around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without visiting Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.
