Traveling from Porto Airport (OPO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki two hours ahead of Porto.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your OPO to HEL flight.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between OPO and HEL:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
$90 is the best price for a one-way Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts from $192. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from OPO to HEL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OPO to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
Of all flights departing from Porto Airport, 74.49% land on time at their destination.
To reach Porto Airport from central Porto, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near OPO? If you're boarding an early flight from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Reserve a hotel close to HEL if you're on a late Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.
Booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the center of Helsinki has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
Traveling to the center by public transport takes about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Porto Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from OPO to HEL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Helsinki. Around 16 kilometers away to the west, top sights here include Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another essential stop in Finland and is around 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without dropping by Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.