Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 25 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Rome is one hour behind Helsinki and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Flights from HEL to FCO start from 07:20 — the first with Finnair. The last service of the day is at 15:35 with Finnair. Overall, you can take your pick of 17 weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to make your HEL to FCO flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Jetting into Rome (and then exploring more of Italy!) is easy with Finnair. This popular airline has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
The majority of travelers choose to travel with Finnair on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers HEL to FCO flights is Finnair. Its services arrive as scheduled 67.86% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between HEL and FCO:
Milano Linate Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight is $79. A round-trip fare right now is $185. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from HEL to FCO by booking at least two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from HEL to FCO.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of the departures from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 12 miles from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Consider staying in a hotel near FCO if you're on a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, RentSmart24 or Noleggiare and explore beyond Rome's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the center of Rome has a drive time of about 40 minutes. It's approximately 20 miles away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Rome. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Lock in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport for August if you'd like to go to Rome during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 68ºF and 91ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from HEL to FCO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 36ºF and 57ºF on average.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is just one of the many cities in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen Rome. Around 300 miles away to the north-west, top sights here include Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
Around 120 miles south-east of Rome, Naples is another favorite stop in Italy. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at National Archaeological Museum, Castel dell'Ovo and Royal Palace of Naples.