Travelling from Nice Airport (NCE) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Nice.
Take your pick of six weekly Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flights. The 10:10 departure with Norwegian Air Sweden is the earliest you can take. Norwegian Air Sweden operates the last service of the day at 21:00.
Your NCE to HEL flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Helsinki (and then discovering more of Finland!) is a cinch with Finnair. This popular carrier has direct flights from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
Finnair is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 75.0% of its services arriving as scheduled, Finnair is the most punctual carrier operating NCE to HEL flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NCE and HEL:
Munich Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Vienna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Nice Airport (NCE) to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight is $120. A round-trip ticket is currently $274. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from NCE to HEL by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Nice Airport (NCE)
Of the flights that depart from Nice Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Nice Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Nice. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near NCE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near HEL:
Pick up a Helsinki Vantaa Airport rental car and explore Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Helsinki Vantaa Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Nice Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from NCE to HEL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Finland just waiting to be discovered. Around 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Nuuksio Park, Nuuksio National Park and EMMA - Espoo Museum of Modern Art.
Tampere is another sought-after destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No trip is complete without visiting Pyynikki Observation Tower, The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve.