Travelling from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki. The city is in the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Taipei.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Taipei to HEL.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
TPE is about 40 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are the ideal choice:
73% of flights leaving from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
On public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in around 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 15 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your Taipei to HEL flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Taipei Songshan Airport:
Most flights that leave Taipei Songshan Airport touch down at their destination right on cue. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 92%.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HEL if you have a late flight from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Central Helsinki is around 18 kilometres from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
At the moment, $883 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,585. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Taipei to HEL. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL). September is the peak month for travel to Helsinki. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in January.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC. Book your Taipei to HEL plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Helsinki
After booking your flight from Taipei to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Helsinki:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Helsinki Cathedral, Helsinki Central Station and Finnish National Opera and Ballet are major attractions which should be on every Helsinki itinerary.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Journey around 145 kilometres northwest to Tampere to tick off its leading attractions. From Pyynikki Observation Tower to The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki, Turku is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience major highlights starting with Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.