Travelling from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
Helsinki's timezone is UTC+2, making Helsinki one hour ahead of Sarajevo.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SJJ to HEL flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJJ and HEL include:
Frederic Chopin Airport
Copenhagen Airport
Vienna International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
$110 is the lowest price for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. A return flight starts from $240. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from SJJ to HEL. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SJJ to HEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
67.19% of flights that leave from Sarajevo International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Sarajevo International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Sarajevo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near SJJ? If you're catching an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
If you're landing on a late Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near HEL:
Pick up 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.
Booking your ride from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to central Helsinki has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The quietest month for a flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Helsinki based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJJ to HEL in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
Helsinki has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Finland just waiting to be explored. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a visit to Espoo will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.
Tampere is another must-experience destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without seeing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.