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Flights to Helsinki

Helsinki, the vibrant capital of Finland, is where modern design seamlessly mixes with unforgettable natural beauty and rich history. Nestled along the shores of the Baltic Sea, Helsinki shows off with a long list of serene landscapes to take in. It’s easy to see why the city has been nicknamed the ‘Pearl of the Baltic Sea’.

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Discover Helsinki’s coastal charm

Fly to Helsinki with British Airways and discover the striking architecture of Temppeliaukio Church, which is carved into solid rock.

Soak up the thriving market atmosphere at the Old Market Hall before taking some time to wander through the picturesque streets of the Design District, showcasing Finland’s innovative approach to arts and crafts. Witness Helsinki's magical coast coming alive at the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where historic fortifications meet photo-ready sea views.

Before you leave, make sure to embrace the city's sauna culture, unwind in its luscious parks or hop on a ferry to explore some nearby islands. Book your flights to Helsinki or your vacation to Finland now.

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Flight time

3 hours

Time zone

GMT +2

Currency

Euro

Our lowest Economy and Business fares

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Helsinki flight FAQs

A flight from London Heathrow to Helsinki Airport takes just under three hours.

Use our low fare finder to discover the cheapest time to visit Helsinki. Summer and winter are the most popular times of the year to visit the city, so book your flights in the spring or autumn to save while enjoying the changing seasons. You can look forward to blooming gardens or colourful foliage with fewer crowds. Just remember to bring layers for the changing weather.

You can make a trip to Helsinki fit any budget. Explore the bustling Market Square, where local vendors sell budget-friendly Finnish treats. Relax in the city's charming parks, like Esplanadi and Sibelius, which are perfect for picnics and leisurely walks. Discover iconic free-entry sites like Senate Square and Uspenski Cathedral. Take advantage of Helsinki's efficient public transportation system to navigate the city on a budget or join a free walking tour to revel in the impressive design scene.

Once you land in Helsinki Airport, the city centre is just 20 kilometres away. You can catch an airport shuttle bus or a taxi from outside the terminal building, which should get you to your destination in around 20-30 minutes.

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to see more of what Finland has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

Helsinki is the perfect destination to enjoy beautiful nature and modern architecture in one place. To complete your trip, explore Kallio, a hipster district with quirky cafes and vintage shops before relaxing at Loyly, a stylish waterfront sauna complex. Then wander through Kaivopuisto Park, where you can take in sea views and tranquil green spaces. Don't miss the annual Helsinki Festival either, a vibrant celebration of Finnish arts and music.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of these areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Choose to fly with hand baggage only or pick a price that includes a 23kg checked baggage allowance and free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.

Our cabins

All our cabins offer the same great – and uniquely British – experience. Choose your perfect way to fly, from economy to business.

Economy

Our Euro Traveller cabin offers all the touches you need to enjoy your flight at an affordable price.

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Business

Work or relax in our Club Europe cabin and enjoy lounge access, a dedicated check-in area and more personal space.

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Terms and conditions

  • Flight only prices are updated every 24 hours and are accurate when published. Flights at these prices are limited and may sell out quickly.
  • Package vacation prices (flight + hotel or flight + car) prices are updated every 24 to 48 hours and are accurate when published and may vary upon reaching subsequent pages. Availability may be extremely limited particularly during peak periods.
  • Return fares displayed are the lowest adult return prices in the cabin specified including taxes, fees and carrier charges, based on a 7-day return journey.
  • Package vacation prices (flight + hotel and flight + car) shown are in USD per person based on 2 adults sharing one room or one car and prices include taxes, fees and carrier charges unless otherwise specified. Flight + car prices based on drivers aged 30-70 years.
  • Additional charges will be applied for payments made using a corporate credit card.
  • Advertised fares are available on ba.com. Additional charges may apply if purchased through British Airways outlets or travel agents.
  • Combine and save on Vacations: Guaranteed savings are only available when booking a Flight + Hotel or Flight + Car booking including one land product, it does not apply to a ‘Customise your trip’ vacation including more than one hotel and / or car.
  • Standard British Airways terms and conditions apply.

1. Vacation Sale offers can be booked online at ba.com or through the British Airways call centre from January 6, 2026 and January 22, 2026 at 23:59 EST.

2. Vacation sale offers are valid on travel between January 6, 2026 and September 30, 2026. All travel must be completed by September 30, 2026. For travel from all British Airways operating airports in the US.

3. To qualify for the up to $400 discount per booking offer certain booking requirements must be met. 

4. The savings are $50, $100, $200 or $400 and apply to new Vacation Package bookings only where a minimum spend is met:

a. Vacation Package bookings with a total cost of $8,000 per booking can save $400 per booking.

b. Vacation Package bookings with a total cost of $5,000 per booking can save $200 per booking.

c. Vacation Package bookings with a total cost of $3,000 per booking can save $100 per booking.

d. Vacation Package bookings with a total cost of $1,500 per booking can save $50 per booking.

5. The savings are per booking.

6. A Vacation Package booking means any booking including round trip flights and either a hotel, car or combination of both for the duration of the travel period. Hotels/cars added to flights only after a flight has been selected or booked will not be eligible. To be eligible for savings, we invite you to choose ‘Flight + hotel’ or ‘Flight + car’ when commencing a search. Quotes in our ‘Create your trip’ booking tool will not include this offer and are discounted in a different way.

7. Flight + car Vacation Package savings are applied before any Extras (insurance waiver, car seats etc.) are added to the booking.

8. Prices advertised on ba.com include the additional discount where applicable.

9. Vacation sale lead-in prices include all airline-related taxes, fees, and carrier charges.

10. Economy flight and hotel package lead-in prices are based on 2 adults traveling on the same itinerary, round trip in Economy Class, pricing per adult person, based on 5 nights for double occupancy accommodation.

11. Economy flight and car rental package lead-in prices are based on 2 adults traveling on the same itinerary, round trip in Economy Class, pricing per adult person, based on 7 days Avis or Budget car rental in a ‘Group A Economy Manual’ car. Prices are based on drivers aged 30-70 years. (Automatic car rental available at higher prices).

12. Car rental prices do not include fees charged locally such as airport charges, additional driver, insurance, navigation aids and similar options.

13. All prices are liable to change at any time and are subject to flight, hotel and car rental availability. Availability is strictly limited.

14. Offers are valid for new bookings only, made during the promotional period. Valid only when combined with British operated flights or BA code share flights departing from a US gateway.

15. Prices are based on travel during dates and board basis stated.

16. Limited availability of flights at these prices. Individual travel dates are subject to availability. Promotional travel is subject to availability and capacity control, and availability may be limited over holidays and peak periods. The number of seats available on each flight at a particular fare may be restricted and it is possible that seats allocated to a particular fare on a particular flight may be fully booked even though seats are still available for sale at a different fare or booking class in the same cabin.

17. Deposits can only be paid for bookings created as flight + hotel or flight + car packages. All flight only, hotel, car and experience only bookings, and any hotel, car or experiences added to a flight only booking are excluded from this offer. The following deposit levels apply based on the total spend per booking:

I. Flight + hotel and flight + car vacations between $1000-$1999 - pay from $198 deposit per booking

II. Flight + hotel and flight + car vacations between $2000-$2499 - pay from $250 deposit per booking

III. Flight + hotel and flight + car vacations between $2500-$2999 - pay from $300 deposit per booking

18. The deposit balance will be due 28 days prior to your departure date. The actual payment date will be displayed on the payment details page. You can pay the balance in as many instalments as you want. This allows you to spread the cost of the vacation over a longer period. You will have full flexibility of when you make the payments and how much they are, the only requirement is that you must have paid the full balance by the balance due date.

19. British Airways holidays standard terms and conditions and conditions of carriage apply. For full terms and conditions please refer to https://www.britishairways.com/en-us/information/legal/package-booking-terms-and-conditions

20. All travel on BA operated flights is subject to BA's General Conditions of Carriage for Passengers and Baggage (see ba.com http://www.britishairways.com/en-us/information/legal/british-airways/general-conditions-of-carriage) and the notice and conditions of contract contained on each ticket and itinerary. Passengers carried by code share services are subject to the ticketing carrier's conditions of carriage.

21. British Airways is not liable for the reproduction of this offer or indirect access via third party websites of these terms and where such reproduction misstates or omits any of the information or terms and conditions connected with this promotion.

22. Normal booking conditions, including amendment and cancellation charges, of a hotel purchase apply.

23. Normal booking conditions, including amendment and cancellation charges, of a car purchase apply.

24. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

25. This offer may be withdrawn or limited by British Airways without notice.

26. Other significant restrictions may apply.

We reserve the right to cancel any bookings that violate any of these terms and conditions.