Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Palese Airport (BRI): what you need to know
Bari's timezone is UTC+1, making Bari one hour behind Helsinki.
Your HEL to BRI flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport. Here are the top stopovers between HEL and BRI:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Palese Airport (BRI)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport flight is P5,210. A return plane ticket right now is P11,281. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to BRI. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights that depart Helsinki-Vantaa Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to HEL? If you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Palese Airport (BRI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BRI instead:
Grab a Palese Airport rental car and explore Bari and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, Felirent and Noleggiare are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Palese Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Palese Airport (BRI) to central Bari
From Palese Airport, Bari is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Palese Airport (BRI)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Bari based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bari is August, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Palese Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HEL to BRI sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored after you've seen Bari. Around 370 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Italy, head for Naples, roughly 225 kilometres west of Bari. National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples are key reasons to visit.