Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 7 hours 35 minutes.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki two hours behind Dubai.
Every week, there are six Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your DXB to HEL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Emirates offers direct flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.
With an impressive 95.92% of services landing on schedule, Finnair is the most punctual carrier for DXB to HEL flights.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DXB and HEL:
Athens International Airport
Warsaw Chopin Airport
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight is P13,970. A return fare right now is P28,633. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DXB to HEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DXB to HEL.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
Of the departures from Dubai Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Explore without limits with a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience more of Helsinki and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Helsinki Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DXB to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
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 kilometers west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.