Flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Helsinki Airport Airport (HEL)

Q: How long does the flight from Istanbul to Vantaa to take?

The flight from Istanbul to Vantaa takes3 Hours 19 Minutes.

We've found the cheapest flights to Vantaa

Returns from £183.07

One-way from £91.14

If it is your first time travelling to Helsinki Vantaa then check out the airliners RwandAir, SAS, IndiGo, Finnair and Turkish Airlines. These airliners all offer direct flights that depart from Istanbul Airport, so you will find flying to Helsinki Vantaa is quite easy. When travelling from Istanbul Airport you will cover about 1,325 miles before you reach Helsinki Vantaa. This journey will take 3 Hours 19 Minutes.

Depending on the day of the week and the time of day you book, flight prices can vary dramatically. If you are on a tight budget then you should avoid flying at peak hours as the prices are more expensive. The cheapest flights are in the evenings and in mid week. The ticket prices for most airliners will increase the closer you get the departure date, so as soon as you know the date you will travel you should book your flights.

If you are planning a trip to Helsinki Vantaa Airport from Istanbul Airport you can pre-arrange short or long term parking at Istanbul Airport.

If you rented a vehicle at Helsinki Vantaa Airport and have to return it with a full tank of fuel, avoid excess fees by refilling at the nearest fuel station to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

We suggest pre-booking your transport to Istanbul Airport. The following options are available:

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Find hotels close to Helsinki Vantaa Airport many hotels offer airport transfers directly from the airport to your hotel.

For a full summary of all the airliners that fly from Istanbul Airport to Helsinki Vantaa, please see the table below.

Flights Chart

Airliner	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa	Su	First Flight	Last Flight	Flights
Turkish Airlines	2	2	3	2	3	2	3	04:45	18:50	VIEW FLIGHTS
SAS	2	2	2	2	2	2	1	11:35	18:35	VIEW FLIGHTS
IndiGo	2	2	2	2	2	2	1	11:35	18:35	VIEW FLIGHTS
Finnair	2	2	2	2	2	2	1	11:35	18:35	VIEW FLIGHTS
RwandAir	1	1	1	1	1	1	0	18:35	18:35	VIEW FLIGHTS

Turkish Airlines offer the highest number of flights for this route with departures times between 04:45 and 18:50.

You can find the latest flight availability and prices from Turkish Airlines at thy.com. You can also book direct and get their latest discounts.

Flight times for the route are summarised in the table below. These time were correct at the time of writing, but please be aware that times may vary from time to time so please check their website for exact times and the dates you wish to fly.

Flights Time In WeekDays

Day

Flight Times

Flights

Monday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

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Tuesday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

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Wednesday

04:45

Airline	Flight No
Turkish Airlines	TK6313

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

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Thursday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

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Friday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

18:50

Airline	Flight No
Turkish Airlines	TK6317

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Saturday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3304
SAS	SK3422
Turkish Airlines	TK1763
RwandAir	WB1314
IndiGo	6E4276

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Sunday

11:35

Airline	Flight No
Finnair	AY3302
SAS	SK3408
Turkish Airlines	TK1761
IndiGo	6E4275

18:30

Airline	Flight No
Turkish Airlines	TK6315

18:35

Airline	Flight No
Turkish Airlines	TK1763

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If you are flexible on the airport you depart from, then there are other airports that offer direct flights to Helsinki Vantaa. You can see full details of these below.

Alternative Direct Routes

Route	Stops	Distance	Flying Time
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to Helsinki	0		3 Hours 22 Minutes

If you are planning to hire a car from Helsinki Vantaa airport then don’t wait until you arrive. The prices are typically 20% to 30% higher and the availability of vehicles are much lower. You can check out the solutions we have for car hire on our car hire pages which can save you £££’s.

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Flight Price FAQ - Istanbul (IST) to Vantaa (HEL)

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What is the cheapest direct flight one way from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL?

The cheapest direct flight one way from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL is £91.14 ($114 €106.30)

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What is the cheapest direct return flight from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL?

The cheapest direct return flight from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL is £183.07 ($229 €213.53)

£183.07

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What is the cheapest flight one way from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL?

The cheapest flight one way from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL is £84.74 ($106 €98.84)

£84.74

$106 | €98.84

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What is the cheapest return flight from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL?

The cheapest return flight from Istanbul IST to Vantaa HEL is £151.10 ($189 €176.23)

£151.10

$189 | €176.23

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Flight Info FAQ - Istanbul (IST) to Vantaa (HEL)

Who flies from Istanbul to Vantaa?

The following airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Vantaa (HEL): Finnair, IndiGo, RwandAir, SAS, Turkish Airlines.

How far is the flight from Istanbul to Vantaa?

The flight from Istanbul to Vantaa is 2,133KM or 1,325 miles.

How long does the flight from Istanbul to Vantaa to take?

The flight from Istanbul to Vantaa takes 3 Hours 19 Minutes.

Other Airports Connecting To Helsinki Airport in turkey

Antalya Airport to Helsinki 7 flights per week

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki 6 flights per week

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