Travelling from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports to choose from in Bangkok. Check out your options leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when booking your flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).
The average length of a direct Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is 12 hours 25 minutes.
Helsinki is five hours behind Bangkok. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the busiest route, with 10 direct services every week. You can get from BKK to HEL on Finnair's 7:05am departure.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to HEL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
In peak travel periods, allow for extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
You can hop on a direct flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Finnair is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport departing from BKK.
Finnair is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BKK to HEL.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 74.16% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Bangkok to HEL departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Bangkok, BKK can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
67.87% of flights taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Add another location to your travels or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, here's where you can stop when leaving from Don Mueang International Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It takes 30 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Bangkok to HEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport:
66.48% of flights leaving Don Mueang International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Helsinki. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is ₹ 19,117. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 53,206. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bangkok to HEL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Affordable Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap flight ticket from Bangkok to HEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a price drop.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Choose the flight times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Plan your visit to Helsinki in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Bangkok to HEL flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
After booking your flight from Bangkok to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Helsinki:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are must-do's during your Helsinki adventure.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Turku is another favourite destination in Finland and is around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without dropping by Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.
