Travelling from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is three hours 47 minutes behind Kathmandu.
To ensure you get on your KTM to HEL flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like November? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between KTM and HEL:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport (KTM) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, RM1,507 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,287. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from KTM to HEL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KTM to HEL.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Kathmandu Airport (KTM)
51% of flights leaving from Kathmandu Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Kathmandu Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near KTM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Grab a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Helsinki Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
September is the most popular month for flights from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Helsinki in March.
Book your flight from Kathmandu Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport for July if you want to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KTM to HEL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland you should also see. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.