Flying from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Helsinki two hours ahead of Durham.
To ensure you catch your MME to HEL flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol when flying between MME and HEL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
$416 is currently the best price for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts at $455. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MME to HEL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)
67.01% of flights that depart Durham Tees Valley Airport reach their destination on time.
Central Durham to Durham Tees Valley Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MME. Whether you're catching an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks ahead.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MME to HEL sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to explore other corners of Finland. Travel around 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its popular sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, your itinerary will be busy.
Tampere is another well-known destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without seeing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.