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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira) flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira)

Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

Compare routes from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira) below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Santorini (Thira).

Helsinki to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM909
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 47 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira) is RM909. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira).
Finnair and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira).
As of February 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Santorini (Thira) is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Saturday, 8 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 47 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Santorini (Thira) but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Lufthansa and Finnair offer the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport is 3 hours 50 minutes.

  • Helsinki and Santorini (Thira) share the same timezone, UTC+2.

  • Take your pick of three weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Finnair is the earliest flight you can take. Finnair operates the latest service of the day at 15:20.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your HEL to JTR flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.

  • Finnair offers direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Santorini (Thira) — and maybe even more of Greece if you have time.

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Finnair.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between HEL and JTR:

    • Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport

    • J. Paul II International Airport Krakow-Balice

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • Right now, RM534 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM912. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from HEL to JTR by booking at least nine months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from HEL to JTR is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • 60.23% of flights that leave from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • If you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near JTR:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Santorini International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Goldcar, CarQ or Centauro and explore beyond Santorini (Thira)'s usual tourist stops.

  • Booking your vehicle from Santorini International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Santorini (Thira). The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Santorini (Thira) in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Santorini International Airport for August if you want to go to Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to JTR in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) then.

Explore more of Greece

  • Santorini (Thira) has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Greece you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira), a trip to Athens will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • Larisa is another essential stop in Greece and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). No journey is complete without dropping by Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre.

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