Cheap flights from Helsinki to London
Cheap flights from Helsinki to London run daily on several carriers offering both direct connections and one-stop itineraries through European hubs. Finnair provides the most straightforward service while budget airlines like Ryanair operate point-to-point routes between Vantaa and London's five airports.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 29 Jan 2027 | from $27 | Search 29 Jan 2027 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 28 Jan 2027 | from $59 | Search 28 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 11 May 2027 | from $78 | Search 11 May 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 27 Jan 2027 | from $105 | Search 27 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 27 Jan 2027 | from $106 | Search 27 Jan 2027 | |
| direct | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 28 Jan 2027 | from $116 | Search 28 Jan 2027 | |
| direct | — | 29 Dec 2026 | from $125 | Search 29 Dec 2026 | |
| direct | — | 30 May 2027 | from $134 | Search 30 May 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 12 Mar 2027 | from $161 | Search 12 Mar 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 27 Jan 2027 | from $167 | Search 27 Jan 2027 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: January — from $27.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $84 | 11 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $83 | 1 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $27 | 29 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $32 | 10 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $45 | 12 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $112 | 30 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $78 | 11 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $83 | 3 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $58 | 7 Jul 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $79 | 17 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $96 | 9 Sept 2027 | |
| October 2027 | from $81 | 21 Oct 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
Route on the map
When to fly
London experiences shorter daylight hours through autumn and winter, with November bringing cooler temperatures but still manageable travel conditions for visitors. This month tends to offer better pricing than peak holiday periods or summer months when demand increases. Midweek departures often cost less than weekend flights, and booking several weeks ahead usually secures more competitive rates.
Airlines and what to expect
Finnair operates as the primary full-service carrier on this route with connections through Helsinki's hub offering flexible fare options. Ryanair and Norwegian provide low-cost alternatives where tickets typically include only cabin baggage for economy fares. Scandinavian Airlines and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines connect passengers via Stockholm and Amsterdam respectively, while Air Baltic routes through Riga.
Arriving — London
Heathrow remains the largest airport serving London with extensive transport links into central areas via tube and rail connections. Gatwick sits further south but offers quick train access to the city centre within an hour. Smaller airports like London City and Luton require less time for arrivals processing and provide closer proximity to business districts.
Before you go: United Kingdom
- Currency
- GBP (£)
- Power sockets
- Type G · 230 V
- Language
- English
- Emergency number
- 112, 999
- Calling code
- +44
- Internet domain
- .uk
- Population of London
- 8.8 M (2021)
- Time zone
- UTC+00 (Europe/London)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Verify passport validity meets UK entry requirements before booking any flight on this route.
- Check baggage allowances carefully as low-cost carriers charge separately for checked luggage.
- Confirm whether your connection involves separate tickets that may require customs clearance.
- Consider seasonal weather delays during winter months when fog affects London airports frequently.
Frequently asked questions
Helsinki – London: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $27. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Helsinki – London: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Ryanair, Norwegian International, Norwegian, Air Baltic, Scandinavian Airlines, Finnair, Malta Air, Ryanair UK, Luxair, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
Helsinki – London: are there direct flights?
Yes, direct flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Helsinki to London?
The distance is about 1,821 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 2 h 40 min. Direct flights were found in recent searches.
Which airports serve Helsinki – London?
Helsinki: Vantaa (HEL). London: London City (LCY), Gatwick (LGW), Heathrow (LHR), Luton (LTN), Stansted (STN).
What is the time difference between Helsinki and London?
London is 2 h behind Helsinki.
Helsinki — more routes
London — flights from other cities
| From | Airline | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madrid | Easyjet | direct | 15 Dec 2026 | from $17 |
| Bucharest | Ryanair | direct | 9 Dec 2026 | from $24 |
| Warsaw | Ryanair | direct | 27 Jan 2027 | from $24 |
| Lublin | Wizz Air UK | direct | 15 Jan 2027 | from $27 |
| Krakow | Ryanair | direct | 19 Nov 2026 | from $29 |
| Rzeszow | Ryanair | direct | 10 Feb 2027 | from $37 |
| Chisinau | Wizz Air UK | direct | 19 Jan 2027 | from $49 |
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Helsinki / London that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallinn → London | 83 km from Helsinki | with a stop | 28 Nov 2026 | from $53 |
| Turku → London | 149 km from Helsinki | with a stop | 5 Dec 2026 | from $101 |