Traveling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, making Washington DC six hours behind Helsinki.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HEL and IAD include:
Keflavik International Airport
Copenhagen Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is $327. A return plane ticket right now is $468. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from HEL to IAD, book early. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from HEL to IAD couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to HEL:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Washington DC. The drive time takes about 50 minutes.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
April is the most popular month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Washington DC in January.
When booking your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HEL to IAD sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
Around 193 kilometers north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another favorite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.