Flying from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Helsinki is one hour ahead of Oslo and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Flights from OSL to HEL start at 07:25 — the first with Norwegian Air Shuttle. The latest departure is at 21:00 with Finnair. Overall, there are 41 weekly Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OSL to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Flying into Helsinki (and then seeing more of Finland!) is a snap with Finnair. This popular airline offers direct flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Finnair.
Norwegian Air Shuttle is the most punctual carrier operating OSL to HEL flights, with 74.36% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between OSL and HEL:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Tallinn Airport
Riga International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is $35. A round-trip ticket right now is $82. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book ten months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from OSL to HEL.
September is the cheapest month for flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from OSL to HEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Oslo Airport Gardermoen, 71.98% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Oslo Airport Gardermoen is about 30 miles from central Oslo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near OSL? If you've booked an early flight from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider booking a hotel near HEL if you have a late Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Helsinki. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the busiest month for flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Helsinki in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 54ºF and 79ºF. Book your flights from Oslo Airport Gardermoen to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºF and 37ºF. Look for cheap tickets from OSL to HEL sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Finland you'll want to see. Around 10 miles west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another favorite destination in Finland and is around 100 miles north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without experiencing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.