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Flight deals from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Helsinki.R 5,072 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with T'way Air.Outbound indirect flight with T'way Air, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,072, select.
Helsinki.R 5,200 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,200, select.
Helsinki.R 5,217 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,217, select.
Helsinki.R 6,237 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Sep.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Incheon International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,237, select.
Helsinki.R 6,314 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Vietnam Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Vietnam Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,314, select.
Helsinki.R 6,450 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Feb.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,450, select.
Helsinki.R 6,546 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Incheon International on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,546, select.
Helsinki.R 6,784 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan.One-way flight with T'way Air.Outbound indirect flight with T'way Air, departs from Incheon International on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,784, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 6,237
Oct
from R 5,072
Nov
from R 5,200
Dec
from R 5,217
Jan
from R 6,784
Feb
from R 6,450
Mar
from R 6,546
Apr
from R 7,552
May
from R 7,765
Jun
from R 6,314
Jul
from R 8,144
Aug
from R 9,624

Direct flights from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa

Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Seoul to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Seoul to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 5,072
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time13 hrs, 40 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa is R 9,940. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
13 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa.
Finnair flies direct from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa.
As of September 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Seoul to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Friday, 27 February 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 13 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know

  • Seoul has two main airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).

  • Expect to be travelling for 13 hours 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.

  • The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is seven hours behind Seoul. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki.

  • The busiest route is from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). You can choose from 7 direct services every week. Finnair operates a 9:50pm departure between ICN and HEL.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Seoul to HEL.

  • With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you stay ahead of the crowds.

Airports in Seoul

Incheon International Airport (ICN)

  • You can jump on a direct flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) out of Incheon International Airport (ICN).

  • You'll find a direct flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair. This well-known airline operates departures from ICN.

  • The majority of passengers prefer to fly with Finnair from ICN to HEL.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Finnair.

  • We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Seoul to HEL with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between ICN and HEL include:

    • Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)

    • Kansai International Airport (KIX)

    • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW)

  • The distance from central Seoul to ICN is roughly 48 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Incheon International Airport:

  • Of all flights departing from Incheon International Airport, 54.5% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Gimpo International Airport (GMP)

  • Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Haneda Airport (HND) is one of the main options between Gimpo International Airport and HEL.

  • GMP is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Plan ahead to find the easiest way to arrive at the terminal.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before your Seoul to HEL flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Gimpo International Airport:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Gimpo International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.94%.

About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near HEL:

  • Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • R 5,072 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. A return flight starts from R 9,940. These prices can change based on availability.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Seoul to HEL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights first go on sale.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Seoul to HEL.

  • Nail down a great price on a flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • It's time to decide when to book your flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). June is when most people visit Helsinki. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Book a Seoul to HEL plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Helsinki

  • Start your Helsinki trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seoul to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are top attractions which should feature on any good Helsinki itinerary.

Explore more of Finland

  • Helsinki will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Finland waiting to be explored. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, a trip to Tampere will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.

  • Around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.

Plan the rest of your trip from Seoul to Helsinki

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.