Berlin BER to Helsinki HEL flight with Sas Airways

Berlin to Helsinki Flights: An Overview

Choosing to fly from the German capital Berlin to Helsinki could not be simpler, with dozens of flight options available every week. Helsinki is a destination with charm and spectacular architecture, set by the waterside. This southern capital of Finland is celebrated the world over for its beautiful islands and green spaces. There are often direct flights available on this route, from Berlin Tegel Airport. These flights are fairly short, covering the 1,100 kilometers distance in around two hours. Also available are plenty of indirect options, although these can take considerably longer to complete the distance.

Which airlines fly from Berlin to Helsinki?

Flights from Berlin to Helsinki are offered by many domestic and international airlines. Direct flights are available through budget airline easyJet and local carrier, Finnair, with regular services throughout the week. There are many airlines that fly the route with one or more changes, including Norwegian, AirBaltic, Lufthansa, SAS, KLM, and Air France. 

How long is the flight from Berlin to Helsinki?

For direct flights between Berlin and Helsinki the total flight time is around two hours. Longer flights with a change can take significantly longer. Finnair operates the fastest flight available, which takes roughly one hour 50 minutes. On average, flights with one change take around 5-7 hours. Some of the longest flights with two changes can take as long as 30 hours, with significant stopovers – passengers are advised to check travel durations before booking.

How many flights are there from Berlin to Helsinki?

There are 60 daily options for flights from Berlin to Helsinki, though only two airlines offer direct flights – easyJet and Finnair.  On average, flights from Berlin to Helsinki depart from Berlin roughly every 20 minutes, though most of these are not direct and therefore have quite a range of arrival times. The first flights leave Berlin at around 6.00 a.m. in the morning, with the latest flight departing Berlin late in the evening. 

What are the departure and arrival airports for flights from Berlin to Helsinki?

Departure airport: Berlin Tegel Airport is the main international airport of Berlin. Located in the north of the capital, the airport is named after Otto Lillenthal and is one of the top five busiest airports in Germany.  While there is no local train that services the airport, there are regular bus services to the airport. The JetExpress bus service runs every 6-10 minutes and will reach its destination in around 40 minutes. Berlin Tegel airport has many services for passengers, including restaurants, bars, and cafes for refreshment. There are also duty-free shops, passenger lounges with charging ports, currency exchanges, and free WiFi throughout.

Arrival airport: Helsinki Vantaa Airport is the main international airport in Helsinki. Originally built for the 1952 Summer Olympics, it is conveniently located about 15 kilometers from the city center in the city of Vantaa. Getting from the airport to Helsinki city center can take around 35-40 minutes on bus 615. Passengers can also use the branded Finnair bus that is slightly quicker and will reach the center in around 30 minutes. The airport offers the following facilities to passengers – ATMs, shopping areas, currency exchanges, and free WiFi and electronic charging stations. There are also plenty of car rental desks available.