Traveling from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Skopje.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SKP to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SKP and HEL:
Guglielmo Marconi Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Riga International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Right now, $85 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $155. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from SKP to HEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Skopje International Airport (SKP)
85.19% of flights departing from Skopje International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from SKP.
Central Skopje to Skopje International Airport is approximately 24 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SKP:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near HEL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and chase adventure across Helsinki and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the center.
It typically takes 45 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Skopje International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SKP to HEL around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
Espoo is just one of the many places in Finland waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Helsinki. Around 16 kilometers away to the west, check out popular attractions including Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Finland, head for Tampere, roughly 161 kilometers north-west of Helsinki. Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum are the start of reasons to visit.