Travelling from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki five hours ahead of Halifax.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your YHZ 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.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is R 6,323. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 11,937. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from YHZ to HEL, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
When it comes to Halifax Stanfield International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56.27% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Halifax to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to YHZ:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Helsinki. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Helsinki during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from YHZ to HEL in January if you like travelling 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 trip to Espoo will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another essential stop 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.
