Traveling from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki two hours ahead of Glasgow.
To ensure you catch your GLA to HEL flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between GLA and HEL include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
London Heathrow Airport
Dublin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
$90 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start at $209. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap tickets from GLA to HEL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from GLA to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Of all flights leaving Glasgow International Airport, 70.07% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Glasgow International Airport from central Glasgow, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to GLA? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the center of Helsinki has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Helsinki. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Glasgow International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GLA to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland just waiting to be explored. Around 16 kilometers west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favorite stop in Finland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.