Flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL): what you need to know
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-5, which is seven hours behind Helsinki.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your HEL to ATL flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HEL and ATL:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Currently, R 5,895 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,034. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HEL to ATL if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights leaving Helsinki Vantaa Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, delays are unlikely when setting off from HEL.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
Reserve a hotel close to ATL if you have a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar to explore Atlanta and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
When to fly to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Atlanta in March.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to ATL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Atlanta has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Charlotte is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without dropping by Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.