Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Split Airport (SPU): what you need to know
Around 3 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport.
Split's timezone is UTC+1, making Split one hour behind Helsinki.
Flights from HEL to SPU start from 06:30 — the first with Norwegian Air Sweden. The latest departure is at 19:00 with Finnair. Overall, you can choose from six weekly Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport flights.
Your HEL to SPU flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like June, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Jetting into Split (and then seeing more of Croatia!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Finnair.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HEL and SPU:
Tallinn Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Split Airport (SPU)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport flight is $99. A round-trip ticket right now is $246. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Book nine months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HEL to SPU.
The cheapest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from HEL to SPU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, data shows 60.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near HEL. Whether you have an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Split Airport (SPU)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SPU instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Split Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from AVIA Rent, Carwiz or united rent a car and venture far and wide through Split and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Split Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Split Airport (SPU) to central Split
Split Airport to the centre of Split has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Split Airport (SPU)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport is January, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Split based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Split is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Split Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to SPU in January. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Croatia
Split has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Croatia waiting to be explored. About 257 kilometres north of Split, a visit to Zagreb will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Zagreb Cathedral, Ban Jelacic Square and Museum of Broken Relationships.
Rijeka is another must-experience destination in Croatia and is around 257 kilometres north-west of Split. No trip is complete without visiting Trsat castle park, Old Gateway (Roman Arch) and Korzo.