Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Belfast: what you need to know
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. Following the UTC+0 timezone, Belfast is two hours behind Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HEL to Belfast flight.
Taking off during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight ticket from HEL to Belfast. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these connecting airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to HEL:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Belfast
RM374 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is RM649. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from HEL to Belfast, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
There's no need to check in daily to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from HEL to Belfast.
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Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Belfast International Airport (BFS) is around 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 30 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours.
Look into staying at a hotel close to BFS if you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Belfast International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Budget, Drivalia or Dollar and experience more of Belfast and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Belfast International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from HEL to Belfast.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Central Belfast is located around 8 kilometres from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD). After your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 10 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take about 20 minutes.
Following your HEL to Belfast flight, settle in at a hotel close to BHD. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Budget, Sixt and Alamo make picking up a George Best Belfast City Airport rental car easy and quick. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride two weeks ahead of your arrival at BHD will help you save.
Best time to go to Belfast
Before booking your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Belfast offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 19ºC (66ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from HEL to Belfast around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Belfast
Start your Belfast trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Belfast, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre, Titanic Belfast and Botanic Gardens are popular attractions which should be on every Belfast itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Belfast is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 354 kilometres south-east of Belfast, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another side of United Kingdom, head for Bristol, about 418 kilometres south-east of Belfast. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are among its highlights.