Traveling from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki is two hours behind Abu Dhabi and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your AUH to HEL flight.
During popular months such as December, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're traveling during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between AUH and HEL:
Istanbul Airport
Munich Airport
Istanbul Sabiha Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight is $169. A round-trip ticket right now is $324. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from AUH to HEL, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AUH to HEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights leaving Zayed International Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
To get to Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel close to AUH? If you've booked an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you have a late Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near HEL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar to explore Helsinki and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
September is the most popular month for flights from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Helsinki in March.
When reserving your flight from Zayed International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AUH to HEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've done Helsinki, now it's time to discover other corners of Finland. Journey around 16 kilometers west to Espoo to tick off its top sights. From Nuuksio Park to Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.