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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in February.

Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Melbourne to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Melbourne to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,023
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa is $1,023. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa. But we found flights with one stop from $1,023.
There are no flights flying from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa, as of June 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Melbourne to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Monday, August 18, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Melbourne and Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Helsinki Vantaa is Finnair.

Traveling from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know

  • Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).

  • Helsinki is nine hours behind Melbourne. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Your flight from Melbourne to HEL won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Melbourne

Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to HEL departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to discover where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • MEL is around 24 kilometers from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:

  • When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, 67.71% of flights complete their journey on time.

Avalon Airport (AVV)

  • Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.

  • Unwind before your Melbourne to HEL flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.

  • Most flights that depart Avalon Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80.09%.

About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • The center of Helsinki is about 16 kilometers from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Travel times by cab or car rental will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of your trip.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is $580. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,023. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to HEL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Melbourne to HEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when prices go down.

  • Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to zero in on the cheapest fare fast.

The best time to fly from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), while June is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your Melbourne to HEL plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.

  • If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Helsinki

  • After booking your flight from Melbourne to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Helsinki:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station are highlights which should feature on any good Helsinki itinerary.

Explore more of Finland

  • Helsinki will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Finland just waiting to be discovered. About 145 kilometers north-west of Helsinki, a visit to Tampere will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.

  • Turku is another essential stop in Finland and is around 153 kilometers west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without a visit to Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.

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