How long does it take to fly to Helsinki?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Helsinki you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to Helsinki takes 10h 30m on average. On the other hand, flying from Santa Rosa to Helsinki takes 16h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Helsinki-Vantaa?

British Airways, American Airlines, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from California to Helsinki-Vantaa

What airlines fly to Helsinki?

Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Helsinki from California according to our data. Finnair is the first choice among our users, with 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Helsinki. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Helsinki on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from California to Helsinki on average per week?

As of May 2026, 19 flights take off from California and land in Helsinki each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 26% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?

As of May 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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12:55 pm - 6:40 pm

SFO

HEL

19h 45m

1 stop

8:20 am - 4:40 pm

HEL

SFO

18h 20m

1 stop

$735Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

6:45 pm - 11:55 pm

SFO

HEL

19h 10m

1 stop

8:20 am - 4:40 pm

HEL

SFO

18h 20m

1 stop

$736Turkish Airlines

Tue, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 3

1:40 pm - 5:40 pm

SMF

HEL

18h 00m

2 stops

7:00 am - 4:01 pm

HEL

SMF

19h 01m

2 stops

$798Delta

Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27

11:07 pm - 12:30 am

SMF

HEL

39h 23m

2 stops

6:35 am - 11:56 pm

HEL

SMF

27h 21m

2 stops

$813United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Wed, Sep 2

11:07 pm - 12:30 am

SMF

HEL

39h 23m

2 stops

2:05 pm - 9:33 am

HEL

SMF

29h 28m

2 stops

$819United Airlines

Sat, Aug 22 - Tue, Sep 1

11:45 am - 2:15 pm

SMF

HEL

16h 30m

1 stop

12:20 pm - 11:32 pm

HEL

SMF

21h 12m

1 stop

$827Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 20

6:00 am - 10:30 am

SJC

HEL

19h 30m

1 stop

12:30 pm - 8:49 pm

HEL

SJC

18h 19m

1 stop

$841Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4

1:40 pm - 5:40 pm

SMF

HEL

18h 00m

2 stops

1:55 pm - 4:32 pm

HEL

SMF

36h 37m

2 stops

$848Delta

Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Sep 1

11:59 pm - 12:55 pm

LAX

HEL

26h 56m

2 stops

1:55 pm - 10:48 pm

HEL

LAX

18h 53m

2 stops

$893Icelandair

Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Dec 1

10:22 am - 2:00 pm

OAK

HEL

17h 38m

2 stops

11:30 pm - 10:54 pm

HEL

OAK

33h 24m

2 stops

$1,007Icelandair

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

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Turkish Airlines flights from California to Helsinki

Our best Turkish Airlines deals on California to Helsinki flight tickets

Turkish Airlines

Aug 25

SFO12:55 pmSan Francisco

19h 45m

1 stop

HEL6:40 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Sep 3

HEL8:20 amHelsinki-Vantaa

18h 20m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$735

Turkish Airlines

Aug 25

SFO6:45 pmSan Francisco

19h 10m

1 stop

HEL11:55 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Sep 3

HEL8:20 amHelsinki-Vantaa

18h 20m

1 stop

SFO4:40 pmSan Francisco

$736

Turkish Airlines

Sep 24

LAX1:25 pmLos Angeles

24h 30m

1 stop

HEL11:55 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Oct 7

HEL12:05 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

33h 35m

1 stop

LAX11:40 amLos Angeles

$754

Delta flights from California to Helsinki

Our best Delta deals on California to Helsinki flight tickets

Delta

Aug 18

SMF1:40 pmSacramento Intl

18h 00m

2 stops

HEL5:40 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Aug 28

HEL7:00 amHelsinki-Vantaa

25h 13m

2 stops

SMF10:13 pmSacramento Intl

$798

Delta

Aug 21

SMF1:40 pmSacramento Intl

18h 00m

2 stops

HEL5:40 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Sep 1

HEL1:55 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

36h 37m

2 stops

SMF4:32 pmSacramento Intl

$848

Delta

Aug 16

SMF6:15 amSacramento Intl

25h 25m

2 stops

HEL5:40 pmHelsinki-Vantaa

Aug 27

HEL7:00 amHelsinki-Vantaa

19h 01m

2 stops

SMF4:01 pmSacramento Intl

$851

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SFOHEL

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Tue 8/25

12:55 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 9/3

8:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$735

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Tue 8/25

6:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 9/3

8:20 am-4:40 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$736

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SacramentoHelsinki

SMF - HEL

SMFHEL

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/18

1:40 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 8/27

7:00 am-4:01 pm

2 stops19h 01m

$798

SacramentoHelsinki

SMF - HEL

SMFHEL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

11:07 pm-12:30 am

2 stops39h 23m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 9/2

6:35 am-11:56 pm

2 stops27h 21m

$813

SacramentoHelsinki

SMF - HEL

SMFHEL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 8/22

11:07 pm-12:30 am

2 stops39h 23m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 9/1

2:05 pm-9:33 am

2 stops29h 28m

$819

SacramentoHelsinki

SMF - HEL

SMFHEL

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/12

11:45 am-2:15 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 9/20

12:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop21h 12m

$827

San JoseHelsinki

SJC - HEL

SJCHEL

San Jose

Tue 10/27

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop19h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 11/4

12:30 pm-8:49 pm

1 stop18h 19m

$841

SacramentoHelsinki

SMF - HEL

SMFHEL

Sacramento Intl

Fri 8/21

1:40 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops18h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 9/1

1:55 pm-4:32 pm

2 stops36h 37m

$848

Los AngelesHelsinki

LAX - HEL

LAXHEL

Los Angeles

Mon 11/2

11:59 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops26h 56m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 12/1

1:55 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops18h 53m

$893

OaklandHelsinki

OAK - HEL

OAKHEL

Oakland

Mon 8/17

10:22 am-2:00 pm

2 stops17h 38m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 8/24

11:30 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops33h 24m

$1,007

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Helsinki?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Helsinki from California, with most prices found around $317. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Helsinki from California during December instead. Flights to Helsinki in December, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $405.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Helsinki?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Helsinki is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $704. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from California to Helsinki on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,083. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Helsinki?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Helsinki is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Helsinki in the evening for as low as $679. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Helsinki, so prices are often more expensive at around $861 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Helsinki-Vantaa flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Helsinki?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Helsinki from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Helsinki for around $889 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Helsinki from California for as low as $605 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on California to Helsinki flights?

You could potentially save up to 28% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Helsinki flight.

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Best Price Found	$552
Fastest flight time	10h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and Sat
Airports in Helsinki	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Helsinki from California in the past 72 hours is $552. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Helsinki found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,098.

The fastest flight from California to Helsinki takes 10h 30m

Direct flights go from California to Helsinki on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Helsinki. From California there are direct flights to Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Helsinki

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?
As of May 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Helsinki?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Helsinki is Airbus A350-900, representing 69.89% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 5.66%, Boeing 787 Dreamliner at 3.83%, and Boeing 777-300ER at 3.10%.

Best airlines flying from California to Helsinki

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $431	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,669 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Iberia	PriceFrom $454	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,212 reviews	Search Iberia flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $466	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,949 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $473	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,975 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,392 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $496	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,770 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $615	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,688 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $622	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 4,355 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $729	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,460 reviews	Search Delta flights

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