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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 16,893. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Helsinki.R 6,363 per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,363, select.

Helsinki.R 6,386 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,386, select.

Helsinki.R 6,398 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Feb.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound indirect flight with British Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,398, select.

Helsinki.R 6,471 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,471, select.

Helsinki.R 6,472 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,472, select.

Helsinki.R 6,512 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Aug.One-way flight with Iberia.Outbound indirect flight with Iberia, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,512, select.

Helsinki.R 6,902 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Jul.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,902, select.

Helsinki.R 7,190 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,190, select.

Helsinki.R 8,448 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Apr.One-way flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 9 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,448, select.

Helsinki.R 8,690 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May.One-way flight with jetBlue.Outbound indirect flight with jetBlue, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 28 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,690, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in November.

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San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

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

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Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa is R 12,453. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 12,453.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa?

As of May 2026, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Helsinki Vantaa is usually February.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, 23 February 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport and Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Helsinki Vantaa?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Helsinki?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa with?

Currently, Turkish Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

Helsinki is nine hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SFO and HEL include:
- Frankfurt Airport
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
- London Heathrow Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Currently, R 6,363 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 12,453. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to HEL if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SFO to HEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
San Francisco International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're catching an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

If you're coming in on a late San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near HEL:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.

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

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SFO to HEL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of Finland

Helsinki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Finland waiting to be discovered. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another well-known destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without visiting Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.