Flying from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 1 hour is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki one hour ahead of Stockholm.
Every week, there are 122 Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, select the 06:20 Finnair flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 22:25 with SAS.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your ARN to HEL flight.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. When you're ready to start your Helsinki vacation, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Finland:
Finnair is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
SAS is the most punctual carrier offering ARN to HEL flights, with 79.17% of its services arriving as planned.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between ARN and HEL:
Tallinn Airport
Visby Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is $33. A round-trip fare is currently $67. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book ten months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from ARN to HEL.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ARN to HEL.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
73.1% of flights leaving from Stockholm Arlanda Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Stockholm to Stockholm Arlanda Airport is around 40 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near ARN:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar to explore Helsinki and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is roughly 19 kilometers from central Helsinki. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
Traveling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ARN to HEL around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Finland you should also see. Around 16 kilometers west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another essential stop in Finland and is around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
