Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL): what you need to know
The timezone in Honolulu is UTC-10, which is 12 hours behind Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HEL to HNL flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between HEL and HNL:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Chubu Centrair International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight is R 9,992. A return plane ticket is currently R 15,750. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to HNL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to HNL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of the departures from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to HEL:
Arriving at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
Book a hotel close to HNL if you're catching a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Daniel K. Inouye International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Thrifty and explore beyond Honolulu's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your vehicle from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport about two weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) to central Honolulu
HNL is located at 300 Rodgers Blvd, #12.
Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to the centre of Honolulu has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes around 3 hours if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Honolulu. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Honolulu is September, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from HEL to HNL in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Honolulu, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 16 kilometres north-west to Pearl City to check off its top attractions. From USS Utah Memorial to Sunset Memorial Park and Pearl City District Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Hilo is another favourite destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south-east of Honolulu. No trip is complete without experiencing Rainbow Falls, Liliuokalani Gardens and Pacific Tsunami Museum.