Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Skopje International Airport (SKP): what you need to know
Skopje's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Skopje one hour behind Helsinki.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HEL to SKP flight.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HEL and SKP include:
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Riga International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
At the moment, R 1,767 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,119. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from HEL to SKP. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HEL to SKP by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport's on-time performance, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Skopje International Airport (SKP)
Consider staying in a hotel near SKP if you have a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Skopje International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 387rentacar, Avant Car or Carwiz to explore Skopje and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Skopje International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to central Skopje
Skopje International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of Skopje. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Skopje International Airport (SKP)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Skopje. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When reserving your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Skopje International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Skopje, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to SKP in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC (18ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) then.
Explore more of North Macedonia
Skopje has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of North Macedonia just waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometres south of Skopje, a trip to Bitola will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Memorial Park Beit Haim-Monastir, Od Babam Bitola Odgleduvcnica za Sarplaninci and Park Karposh Bitola.
Around 29 kilometres north-east of Skopje, Kumanovo is another favourite stop in North Macedonia. Experience major highlights starting with MTB Road Cross Cycling Kumanovo, Pivo Park and Monument to the People's Revolution.
