Flying from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is 12 hours.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Shanghai.
Each week, there are nine Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 09:30 Juneyao Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 21:10 with Finnair.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PVG to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Travelling to Helsinki (and then exploring more of Finland!) is easy with Finnair. This popular airline has direct flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Finnair.
Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating PVG to HEL flights, with 75.0% of its services arriving as planned.
If you'd like to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PVG and HEL:
Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
ر.ق. 1,008 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 2,572. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To secure cheap tickets from PVG to HEL, reserve your trip seven months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Picking up cheap flights from PVG to HEL is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
When it comes to Shanghai Pudong International Airport's on-time performance, 78.11% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Shanghai Pudong International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Shanghai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near PVG? If you're catching an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're getting in on a late Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near HEL:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Helsinki and beyond.
Booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong 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 and 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PVG to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its popular sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Tampere is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without visiting Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
