Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Milan's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Milan one hour behind Helsinki.
Each week, there are 11 Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport flights. If you want to get going as soon as possible, jump on the 07:40 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 16:25 with Finnair.
To ensure you catch your HEL to LIN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Flying into Milan (and then discovering more of Italy!) is easy with Finnair. This popular airline has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Finnair.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between HEL and LIN include:
Stockholm Arlanda Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dusseldorf International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Right now, ر.ق. 322 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 673. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book nine months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HEL to LIN.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to LIN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Of all flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, 60.23% land on time at their destination.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
Consider staying in a hotel near LIN if you're taking a late Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Milano Linate Airport rental car and discover Milan and beyond with your own wheels. RentSmart24, Drivalia and Noleggiare are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Milano Linate Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Milano Linate Airport (LIN) to central Milan
Milano Linate Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Milan. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Milano Linate Airport (LIN)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Milan based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Milano Linate Airport for July if you'd like to visit Milan during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 35ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HEL to LIN in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Italy
Milan is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Italy you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres south-east of Milan, a visit to Rome will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Italy, head for Turin, about 129 kilometres west of Milan. Galleria Sabauda (Palazzo Reale), Egyptian Museum and Royal Palace of Turin are the start of reasons to visit.
