Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur is home to a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
Helsinki is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to HEL, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during high season, you'll want to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to HEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Pause your trip (and maybe pocket some savings) with a stop at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to HEL flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of flights out of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and discover more of Helsinki and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, P18,110 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P37,116. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to HEL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Plan your visit to Helsinki in February for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to HEL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Helsinki
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Helsinki right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
Helsinki Cathedral and Fortress of Suomenlinna are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Helsinki travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland you should also see. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, a visit to Tampere will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Turku is another essential stop in Finland and is around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without a visit to Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.