Travelling from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Rio De Janeiro. Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) jetting off from here.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is five hours ahead of Rio De Janeiro.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Rio De Janeiro to HEL.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to HEL that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GIG and HEL include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of Rio De Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays near Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport:
79.57% of flights departing from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Rio De Janeiro to SDU in about 15 minutes. The terminal is roughly 2 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 5 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio De Janeiro to HEL flight:
78.67% of flights departing Santos Dumont Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Go where the road takes you with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and discover more of Helsinki and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks in advance of your Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the centre of Helsinki is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times can vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is ر.ق. 1,744. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 3,472. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio De Janeiro to HEL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
February is the quietest month for flights from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Rio De Janeiro to HEL flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Helsinki
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Helsinki right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Rio De Janeiro to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are top sights which should feature on any good Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
Tampere is just one of the many cities in Finland waiting to be explored after you've experienced Helsinki. Around 145 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.
