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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $159. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Oulu.$158 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Oulu.$159 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Oulu.$159 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Oulu.$159 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Mon, 19 Oct.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Oulu.$159 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Oulu.$163 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $163, select.

Oulu.$181 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Thu, 17 Dec.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $181, select.

Oulu.$183 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Oulu.$183 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar, returning Sat, 27 Mar.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Oulu.$183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Apr, returning Sat, 3 Apr.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 3 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Oulu.$183 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Oulu.$183 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 May, returning Sat, 8 May.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 5 May, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 8 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Oulu.$184 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $184, select.

Oulu.$192 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $192, select.

Oulu.$200 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jun.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 2 Jun, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.

Oulu.$200 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Mon, 3 Aug.Return flight with Finnair.Outbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Oulu.Inbound direct flight with Finnair departs from Oulu on Mon, 3 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Cheapest flight found	$158
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 8 mins
Most popular airline	Finnair
Average flights per week	259

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

How much are return flights from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu?

The best price we found for a return flight from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu is $158. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu?

1 hour and 8 minutes is the average flight time from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu.

Which airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu?

Finnair, Juneyao Airlines and Nordic Regional Airlines fly direct from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu.

How many flights are there a week from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu?

As of June 2026, there are 289 flights per week flying from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu?

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki Vantaa to Oulu is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport on Thursday, 3 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 8 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Oulu?

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 Oulu 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Oulu?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Oulu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu with?

Currently, Finnair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Oulu.

Travelling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oulu Airport (OUL): what you need to know

Book a direct flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Helsinki and Oulu share the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 56 Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport flights. If you want to take off early, pick the 05:45 Finnair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:55 with Finnair.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HEL to OUL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Finnair is your ticket to exploring Oulu (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Finland!). Check out the direct flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Finnair.
Finnair tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for HEL to OUL flights, with 85.37% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Munich Airport is a popular stop between HEL and OUL.

How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Oulu Airport (OUL)

Currently, $77 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $158. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from HEL to OUL by booking two months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport. If you want to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from HEL to OUL.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport.

Handy information about Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

84% of flights leaving Helsinki Vantaa Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from HEL.
To get to Helsinki Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to HEL:

Arriving at Oulu Airport (OUL)

Reserve a hotel near OUL if you're on a late Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Oulu Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Sixt or Hertz and explore beyond Oulu's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Oulu Airport around four weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Oulu Airport (OUL)

Have a think about your dates before booking your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport. Oulu in high season buzzes, but hotel prices are typically higher and top attractions can be busy. Go in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
When reserving your flight from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Oulu Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Oulu, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -18ºC (0ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HEL to OUL around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of Finland

Oulu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be explored. Around 402 kilometres south of Oulu, a trip to Tampere will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.
Lahti is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 451 kilometres south of Oulu. No journey is complete without seeing Lahti Art Museum, Sibelius hall and The Open-Air Museum of Hollola.