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Flight deals from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $220. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Helsinki.$190 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Norwegian and Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Helsinki.$190 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Feb.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $190, select.

Helsinki.$198 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $198, select.

Helsinki.$200 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.

Helsinki.$200 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Sun, 2 May.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 2 May, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $200, select.

Helsinki.$201 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 29 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $201, select.

Helsinki.$202 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 8 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $202, select.

Helsinki.$207 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Mon, 15 Mar.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.

Helsinki.$208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Norwegian and Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.

Helsinki.$217 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $217, select.

Helsinki.$220 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Vueling Airlines and Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Vueling Airlines, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $220, select.

Helsinki.$223 per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 Oct, returning Sun, 11 Oct.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 11 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

Helsinki.$223 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.

Helsinki.$229 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $229, select.

Helsinki.$249 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from London Gatwick on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound indirect flight with Norwegian Air Sweden, departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.

Helsinki.$253 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Norwegian Air Sweden.Outbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from London Gatwick on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Inbound direct flight with Norwegian Air Sweden departs from Helsinki Vantaa on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From $253, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa

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

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London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

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

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London to Helsinki: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$190
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	2 hrs, 55 mins
Most popular airline	Norwegian Air Sweden
Average flights per week	6

Finding cheap flights from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa?

The best price we found for a return flight from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa is $190. 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 London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa?

2 hours and 55 minutes is the average flight time from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa.

Which airlines fly direct from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa?

Norwegian Air Sweden flies direct from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa.

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

As of August 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa?

The cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick to Helsinki Vantaa is usually November.

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

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 55 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Helsinki Vantaa?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Helsinki?

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.

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

Currently, Norwegian and Norwegian Air Sweden offer the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London.
Every week, there are four London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights. If you prefer to get going as early as possible, pick the 09:50 Norwegian Air Sweden flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:50 with Norwegian Air Sweden.
Your LGW to HEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Norwegian Air Sweden is your gateway to exploring Helsinki (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Finland!). Check out the direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is Norwegian Air Sweden.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and HEL:
- Amsterdam Schiphol Airport
- Copenhagen Airport
- Prague Airport

Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

82% of flights leaving London Gatwick Airport land at their destination according to schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of LGW.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near LGW. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

If you're coming in on a late London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Grab a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Helsinki Vantaa Airport about two weeks before your departure date.

Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

Helsinki Vantaa Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)

The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Helsinki based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to HEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of Finland

You've done Helsinki, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Journey about 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its top attractions. From Nuuksio Park to Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.