Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX): what you need to know
Phoenix's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Phoenix nine hours behind Helsinki.
Your HEL to PHX flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between HEL and PHX:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Seattle / Tacoma International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
Right now, $1,455 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,557. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HEL to PHX if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
84% of flights leaving Helsinki Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when taking off from HEL.
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to HEL? If you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PHX instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Dollar or Thrifty and explore beyond Phoenix's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport about one week before you set off.
Getting from Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX) to central Phoenix
You'll find PHX at 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
From Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport, Phoenix is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport (PHX)
April is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Phoenix in March.
The warmest month in Phoenix is July, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC and 45ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from HEL to PHX sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Phoenix. Around 483 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Las Vegas is another standout destination in the United States and is around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix. No trip is complete without visiting Ciudad del Pecado o Las Vegas, Las Vegas Strip and Fountains of Bellagio.