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Cheap Flights from Cologne (CGN) to Helsinki (HEL)

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Flight deals from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa

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Helsinki.$277 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $277, select.
Helsinki.$281 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Jan, returning Mon, 12 Jan.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 12 Jan, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.
Helsinki.$282 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Fri, 14 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $282, select.
Helsinki.$292 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep, returning Tue, 16 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
Helsinki.$294 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Thu, 30 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.
Helsinki.$305 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Tue, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and airBaltic.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with airBaltic, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $305, select.
Helsinki.$306 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Sun, 31 Aug.Return flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Cologne on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $306, select.
Helsinki.$319 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar, returning Mon, 9 Mar.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Cologne on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Cologne.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from $888
Aug
from $306
Sep
from $292
Oct
from $277
Nov
from $282
Dec
from $321
Jan
from $281
Feb
from $319
Mar
from $319
Apr
from $430
May
from $319
Jun
from $354

Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cologne to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Cologne to Helsinki: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$277
Cheapest month to flyOctober

Finding cheap flights from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa is $277. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa. But we found flights with one or more stops from $277.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Cologne to Helsinki Vantaa is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cologne Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, 7 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cologne Airport and Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Ryanair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Flying from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

  • Helsinki is one hour ahead of Cologne and follows the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Give yourself enough time to catch your CGN to HEL flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between CGN and HEL:

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Berlin Brandenburg Airport

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • At the moment, $113 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $277. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from CGN to HEL, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Landing cheap flights from CGN to HEL is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.

Handy information about Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)

  • Of all flights departing from Cologne Bonn Airport, 74.45% land on schedule at their destination.

  • Central Cologne to Cologne Bonn Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CGN. Whether you have an early flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

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 by car.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 45 minutes.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Lock in your flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport for July if you'd like to explore Helsinki during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CGN to HEL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Finland

  • You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to discover more of Finland. Journey around 16 kilometres west to Espoo to tick off its must-visit sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.

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