Travelling from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): What you need to know
Tehran's main base, Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), is where great travel stories take off. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL).
Helsinki is one hour 30 minutes behind Tehran. Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located in Helsinki, which is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Your flight from Tehran to HEL 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 travelling internationally.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Tehran to HEL. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
To reach IKA from central Tehran, it takes about 1 hour to drive the 56 kilometres or so.
Have an early flight from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Stay at a hotel near Imam Khomeini International Airport, like Remis Hotel. Rexan Hotel will also put you moments from your departure gate.
69.19% of flights leaving from Imam Khomeini International Airport reach their destination on time.
About Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Have a late flight from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near HEL and fast-forward to bedtime:
Hit the road running by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Helsinki. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is $303. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $516. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tehran to HEL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Pick the departure times, carriers and stops that make sense for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when picking your flight dates. February is the quietest month to visit Helsinki. June is when most people book flights from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Lock in a Tehran to HEL flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Helsinki to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Helsinki
Start your Helsinki trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tehran to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your Helsinki visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include Helsinki Cathedral, Fortress of Suomenlinna and Helsinki Central Station.
Explore more of Finland
You've visited Helsinki, now it's time to explore more of Finland. Journey around 145 kilometres north-west to Tampere to check off its top attractions. From Pyynikki Observation Tower to The Natural History Museum and Pyynikki Nature Reserve, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres west of Helsinki, Turku is another essential stop in Finland. Start your sightseeing at Turku Castle, Turku Cathedral and Ruissalo Nature Conservation Area.