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Cheapest return flight
£165
Typical prices: £199-£309
KLM
Thu 11/1Thu 18/1
ATH - HEL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£418
Typical prices: £196-£320
Aegean Airlines
Mon 26/2Fri 2/3
ATH - HEL • Direct
Direct flights
3 days a week
You can fly direct with Aegean Airlines. Average duration is 3h 45m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Aegean Airlines
Most punctual • 88% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 23% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW)
Cheapest • Avg £194 (return)
Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH)
Shortest trip • 6h 38m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Athens to Helsinki (ATH-HEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Athens to Helsinki

Mon, 11 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
KLM Logo
05:55 - 17:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
11h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
14:05 - 01:20HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£165KLM
Fri, 30 Apr - Fri, 7 May
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19:25 - 00:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
5h 15m1 stop Riga Intl
airBaltic Logo
09:15 - 18:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
9h 30m1 stop Riga Intl
£182airBaltic
Thu, 3 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
KLM Logo
06:10 - 13:10ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
7h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
14:05 - 01:20HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
11h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£204KLM
Sat, 26 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
airBaltic Logo
11:05 - 00:40ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
13h 35m1 stop Riga Intl
airBaltic Logo
21:35 - 10:25HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
12h 50m1 stop Riga Intl
£215airBaltic
Tue, 2 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
KLM Logo
17:25 - 00:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
6h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:20 - 01:20HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
7h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£216KLM
Tue, 2 Feb - Sun, 7 Feb
KLM Logo
17:25 - 00:20ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
6h 55m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:20 - 01:20HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
7h 00m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£218KLM
Mon, 28 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
KLM Logo
05:55 - 17:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
11h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:20 - 16:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£232KLM
Mon, 28 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
KLM Logo
05:55 - 17:25ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
11h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
18:20 - 16:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
22h 15m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
£237KLM
Tue, 22 Dec - Thu, 31 Dec
Pegasus Airlines Logo
09:30 - 16:45ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
7h 15m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
Pegasus Airlines Logo
18:50 - 08:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
13h 45m1 stop Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£239Pegasus Airlines
Wed, 30 Dec - Sat, 2 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
09:55 - 23:00ATH  Athens Eleftherios V.-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
13h 05m1 stop Warsaw Modlin
Multiple Airlines Logo
05:30 - 10:25HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-ATH Athens Eleftherios V.
4h 55m1 stop Riga Intl
£240Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Athens to Helsinki flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Athens to Helsinki?

Return flights from Athens to Helsinki typically range from £199 to £309. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £165 on KLM.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Helsinki?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Athens to Helsinki. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Helsinki?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Athens to Helsinki at £189 return.
•October (£373) and July (£280) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 96% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Athens to Helsinki the cheapest?

Flights from Athens to Helsinki are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Athens to Helsinki flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£130
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 64% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Athens to Helsinki

When to book flights from Athens to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Athens to Helsinki based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Athens to Helsinki flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Athens to Helsinki:

    • Earliest: departs at 09:20 and lands at 13:05
    • Latest: departs at 09:20 and lands at 13:05.

    The flight takes about 3h 45m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Athens to Helsinki.

  • How long is a flight from Athens to Helsinki?

    A direct flight from Athens to Helsinki takes 3h 45m, covering 1,546 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Athens to Helsinki?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Athens to Helsinki flight?

    Return flights from Athens to Helsinki range from £199 to £309, with an average of £247 over the past 12 months. Anything below £199 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Athens to Helsinki flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 31% above the £247 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Athens to Helsinki?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £194 return via Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW), compared with £256 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Athens to Helsinki?

    Aegean Airlines is the only airline operating Athens to Helsinki flights. 88% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £32–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Aegean Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Athens to Helsinki changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £165 to £1,621. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Athens to Helsinki looking right now?

    One-way fares from Athens to Helsinki are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £215, which is 35% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)?

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging £38 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Athens to Helsinki?

    Flights from Athens to Helsinki usually depart from Athens Eleftherios V. (ATH) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Athens to Helsinki?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Athens to Helsinki route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 08m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Athens to Helsinki pass through?

    One-stop flights from Athens to Helsinki most commonly connect through:

    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) – 15% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Athens to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Athens to Helsinki. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £222 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £277, a difference of £56.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Athens to Helsinki?

    Only Aegean Airlines operates flights between Athens and Helsinki.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Athens to Helsinki?

    Flying via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 38m, compared to 7h 04m via Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and 7h 18m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What popular places can I visit in Helsinki?

    Some of the most popular sights in Helsinki are Helsinki Central Station Square, Presidential Palace, and Finlandia-talo. These are among the most viewed places in Helsinki on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Athens to Helsinki flights?

    Among airlines operating Athens to Helsinki flights:

    • Aegean Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Norwegian: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Athens to Helsinki flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Aegean Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Norwegian: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Athens to Helsinki flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £222, about £56 less than Sunday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Athens to Helsinki trip for February. Fares historically average £189 return in that month – typically £183 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (SAW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £194 return on this route – about £62 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Athens to Helsinki?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Athens Eleftherios V. to Helsinki-Vantaa

Monday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Friday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Sunday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

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Direct returns

Helsinki-Vantaa to Athens Eleftherios V.

Monday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Tuesday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Friday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Sunday

Aegean Airlines

Aegean Airlines

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