Flying from Kos Airport (KGS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
To ensure you get on your KGS to HEL flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. These are the top stopovers between KGS and HEL:
Vienna International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kos Airport (KGS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is R 2,252. A return ticket is currently R 5,207. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from KGS to HEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KGS to HEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Kos Airport (KGS)
Kos Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 89.58% of flights that take off from KGS arrive at their destination without delay.
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Book a hotel close to HEL if you have a late Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and find adventure across Helsinki and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Helsinki in February.
Before locking in your flight from Kos Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KGS to HEL sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Travel about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to tick off its top sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.