Flying from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is one hour ahead of Leipzig and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LEJ to HEL flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LEJ and HEL:
Dusseldorf International Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is $186. A return fare right now is $233. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from LEJ to HEL, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Leipzig/Halle Airport (LEJ)
77.68% of flights that leave from Leipzig/Halle Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Leipzig/Halle Airport from central Leipzig, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 miles from the airport to the city center.
Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LEJ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel near HEL if you're on a late Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance 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 12 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the center driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Helsinki in February.
Lock in your flight from Leipzig/Halle Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you want to go to Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 54ºF and 79ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from LEJ to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºF and 37ºF on average.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Finland waiting to be discovered. About 10 miles west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another must-experience destination in Finland and is around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
