Cheap flights from Helsinki to Tel Aviv Yafo
Helsinki Vantaa is the only airport serving the Finnish capital for departures, while Tel Aviv Yafo arrives at Ben Gurion International on arrival. The route requires a connection since no direct service operates between these two capitals. Search for cheap flights from Helsinki to Tel Aviv Yafo across multiple carriers that offer different connection options.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.7 | 30 Jan 2027 | from $217 | Search 30 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 5 Jan 2027 | from $246 | Search 5 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 13 Nov 2026 | from $282 | Search 13 Nov 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 15 Dec 2026 | from $441 | Search 15 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.4 | 30 Jan 2027 | from $474 | Search 30 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 30 Jan 2027 | from $485 | Search 30 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 12 Jan 2027 | from $499 | Search 12 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.3 | 5 Jan 2027 | from $574 | Search 5 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.0 | 7 Dec 2026 | from $596 | Search 7 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 20 Dec 2026 | from $726 | Search 20 Dec 2026 |
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 $217.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $293 | 21 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $330 | 14 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $217 | 30 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $246 | 4 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $563 | 4 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $628 | 14 Apr 2027 | |
| May 2027 | from $249 | 1 May 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $281 | 10 Jun 2027 | |
| August 2027 | from $1,353 | 31 Aug 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $742 | 4 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
| City | Airport | To centre |
|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | Vantaa HEL | 16 km |
| Tel Aviv Yafo | Ben Gurion International TLV | 13 km |
Route on the map
When to fly
Tel Aviv enjoys long daylight hours through summer and shorter winter days, which affects both comfort and pricing patterns. January stands out as the cheapest month on this route when demand falls after year-end travel. Book several weeks ahead for the best selection, especially around school holidays and religious observances that affect availability.
Airlines and what to expect
Full-service carriers like Finnair and Lufthansa include checked baggage in their fare while budget options such as Eurowings charge separately for extras. Air Baltic connects through Riga, Aegean Airlines via Athens, and Scandinavian Airlines through Copenhagen or Stockholm. Qatar Airways offers a longer Middle Eastern connection, while Air France routes through Paris with varying policies on included amenities.
Arriving — Tel Aviv Yafo
Plan your transfer from Ben Gurion International before landing since multiple options exist from airport to city centre. Buses run regularly during daylight hours while taxis provide door-to-door service at fixed rates. Allow extra time if arriving late or during peak travel periods when queues grow longer.
Before you go: Israel
- Currency
- ILS (₪)
- Power sockets
- Type C, D, H · 230 V
- Language
- Hebrew
- Emergency number
- 100, 101, 102
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +972
- Internet domain
- .il
- Population of Tel Aviv Yafo
- 1.1 M (2024)
- Time zone
- UTC+02 (Asia/Jerusalem)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check whether your flights are booked on a single ticket or separate reservations, as connections require different handling
- Verify baggage allowance with budget carriers that charge separately for checked luggage beyond carry-on items
- Confirm document requirements for entry into Israel before departure since policies vary by nationality and travel purpose
- Consider seasonality when booking as January offers lower fares while summer months see higher prices despite better weather
Frequently asked questions
Helsinki – Tel Aviv Yafo: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for January 2027 — $217. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Helsinki – Tel Aviv Yafo: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Air Baltic, Finnair, Nordic Regional Airlines, Aegean Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Eurowings, Qatar Airways.
Helsinki – Tel Aviv Yafo: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Helsinki to Tel Aviv Yafo?
The distance is about 3,208 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 4 h 22 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Helsinki – Tel Aviv Yafo?
Helsinki: Vantaa (HEL). Tel Aviv Yafo: Ben Gurion International (TLV).
What is the time difference between Helsinki and Tel Aviv Yafo?
Tel Aviv Yafo is in the same time zone as Helsinki.
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Tel Aviv Yafo — flights from other cities
Nearby alternatives
Airports within reach of Helsinki / Tel Aviv Yafo that also have this destination — sometimes far cheaper
| Route | Distance | Flight | Date | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tallinn → Tel Aviv Yafo | 83 km from Helsinki | with a stop | 7 Nov 2026 | from $215 |