Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki one hour ahead of Milan.
Flights from MXP to HEL start at 11:00 — the earliest with Finnair. The last service of the day is at 19:05 with Finnair. In total, you can choose from 13 weekly Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive 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 MXP to HEL flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Finnair has direct flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Helsinki — and maybe even more of Finland if your schedule allows.
Most passengers choose to travel with Finnair on this route.
The most punctual carrier that operates MXP to HEL flights is Finnair. Its services land as planned 73.33% of the time.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MXP and HEL:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, $50 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $118. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from MXP to HEL, reserve your journey three months before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MXP to HEL.
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Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Of the departures from Milan Malpensa Airport, 76% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Milan to Milan Malpensa Airport is approximately 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near MXP. Whether you're taking an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Explore without limits with a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and venture far and wide through Helsinki and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Helsinki. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MXP to HEL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to discover more of Finland. Travel about 16 kilometers west to Espoo to tick off its popular sights. From Nuuksio Park to Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Tampere is another must-experience destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without a visit to Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.