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Cheapest return flight
£176
Typical prices: £175-£268
Pegasus Airlines
Sun 18/11Wed 21/11
SAW - HEL • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£336
Typical prices: £175-£269
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SAW - HEL • Direct
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Most punctual • 83% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £168 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Helsinki (SAW-HEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Sabiha Gokcen to Helsinki

Wed, 18 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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10:45 - 13:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 40mdirect
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18:20 - 05:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
10h 35m1 stop Pristina
£176Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:05 - 13:45SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 40mdirect
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07:20 - 20:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
12h 25m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
£182Multiple Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
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08:45 - 22:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
14h 40m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
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14:45 - 19:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
£190Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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11:05 - 13:45SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 40mdirect
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09:20 - 20:45HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
10h 25m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
£197Multiple Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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08:45 - 22:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
14h 40m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
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15:00 - 19:50HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
£204Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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12:30 - 22:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
10h 55m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
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14:20 - 19:10HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
£207Multiple Airlines
Mon, 8 Mar - Sat, 13 Mar
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14:20 - 22:40SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
9h 20m1 stop Bucharest Otopeni Intl
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18:20 - 05:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
10h 35m1 stop Pristina
£257Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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10:45 - 13:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 40mdirect
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15:00 - 19:50HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
£336Pegasus Airlines
Thu, 3 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
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08:45 - 19:20SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
11h 35m1 stop Stockholm Arlanda
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14:45 - 19:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
3h 50mdirect
£337Multiple Airlines
Wed, 27 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan
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10:45 - 13:25SAW  Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
3h 40mdirect
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15:35 - 09:50HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-SAW Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
17h 15m1 stop Antalya
£355Pegasus Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki. It's 20% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki at £173 return.
•September (£305) and August (£268) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 76% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki

When to book flights from Sabiha Gokcen to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Sabiha Gokcen 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:35 and lands at 14:15
    • Latest: departs at 14:50 and lands at 18:30.

    The flight takes about 3h 40m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki takes 3h 40m, covering 1,354 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flight?

    Return flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki range from £175 to £268, with an average of £220 over the past 12 months. Anything below £175 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the £220 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £168 return via London Stansted (STN), compared with £220 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Pegasus Airlines is the only airline operating Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £11–£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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Finnair and Turkish Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 £176 to £922. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £96, which is 17% below 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 starting from around £38 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki usually depart from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki most commonly connect through:

    • Stockholm Arlanda (ARN) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Antalya (AYT) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • London Stansted (STN) – 33% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 34% on flights from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £177 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at £265, a difference of £88.

    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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Only Pegasus Airlines operates flights between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Helsinki.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

    Flying via Antalya (AYT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 44m, compared to 9h 02m via London Stansted (STN) and 17h 57m via Stockholm Arlanda (ARN).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport and Helsinki?

    Helsinki is 1 hour behind Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport (Eastern European Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights:

    • Pegasus Airlines: 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki flights?

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

    • Pegasus Airlines: 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 Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport 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 Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £177, about £88 less than Tuesday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki trip for February. Fares historically average £173 return in that month – typically £132 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through London Stansted Airport (STN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £168 return on this route – about £52 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen to Helsinki-Vantaa

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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