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Flight deals from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,082. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Helsinki.$1,047 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 8 Jun.Return flight with KLM and Finnair.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Finnair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 8 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,047, select.

Helsinki.$1,052 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,052, select.

Helsinki.$1,074 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 3 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,074, select.

Helsinki.$1,082 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,082, select.

Helsinki.$1,116 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,116, select.

Helsinki.$1,124 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,124, select.

Helsinki.$1,168 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Mar, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 15 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,168, select.

Helsinki.$1,175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,175, select.

Helsinki.$1,192 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,192, select.

Helsinki.$1,240 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Apr, returning Wed, 20 May.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,240, select.

Helsinki.$1,252 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,252, select.

Helsinki.$1,254 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr, returning Wed, 22 Apr.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,254, select.

Helsinki.$1,275 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 15 Dec.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,275, select.

Helsinki.$1,275 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,275, select.

Helsinki.$1,285 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Sat, 28 Nov.Return flight with Turkish Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Turkish Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 28 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,285, select.

Helsinki.$1,285 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,285, select.

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Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

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Helsinki Vantaa

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Los Angeles to Helsinki: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,050
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	10 hrs, 32 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	46

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa is $1,050. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa?

10 hours and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa?

American Airlines, Finnair and Iberia fly direct from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa?

As of March 2026, there are 69 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Monday, 27 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki Vantaa Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 32 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Helsinki Vantaa?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Helsinki?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Travelling from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know

Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are Los Angeles's main airports.
Around 10 hours 35 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is nine hours ahead of Los Angeles.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) is the most popular route, with 4 direct services each week. You can get from LAX to HEL on Finnair's 6:45pm departure.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to HEL. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Fly without interruptions from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Direct flights from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) are available from here.
When taking off from LAX, you can catch a direct flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with Finnair.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between LAX and HEL is Finnair.
Among carriers operating on this route, Finnair is the most consistent for on-time landings.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Los Angeles to HEL departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
- London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
- John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Los Angeles, LAX can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX arrive at their destination without delay.
The address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 35 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport the day before your Los Angeles to HEL flight:

About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Grab a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you find the best deal.

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

Central Helsinki is about 16 kilometres from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
It takes around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Right now, $448 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,047. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to HEL. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flight tickets from Los Angeles to HEL by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when prices go down.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport with the help of the filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

June is the most popular month for flights from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). Visit Helsinki in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your Los Angeles to HEL flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 3ºC.

More about Helsinki

After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Helsinki:
You'll find plenty of exciting things to do in Helsinki when you're ready to see the sights. Make your way to Helsinki Cathedral followed by Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station.

Explore more of Finland

Helsinki is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. Around 145 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, a trip to Tampere will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Finland, head for Turku, about 153 kilometres west of Helsinki. Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area are key reasons to visit.