Travelling from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki one hour ahead of Rotterdam.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your RTM to HEL flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RTM and HEL:
Split Airport
W. A. Mozart Salzburg Airport
Kittila Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is RM501. A return ticket is currently RM1,041. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from RTM to HEL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Pick 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 Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
79.67% of flights departing from Rotterdam The Hague Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Rotterdam The Hague Airport from central Rotterdam, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near RTM:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
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.
Reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Helsinki in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Rotterdam The Hague Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RTM to HEL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Finland you'll want to see. Around 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Finland, head for Tampere, about 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are highlights.