On this page, you can find and book flights from New York to Helsinki. The distance between the cities is 6,637 km, with direct and connecting flights operating an average of 5 times per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Iberia, American Airlines, and Finnair. Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price chart to choose the best date. You can also find out how to get to the airport in New York and ways to travel from the airport in Helsinki.
The table shows direct flights New York City → Helsinki on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 8 h 10 min. Regular flights are operated by Finnair, American Airlines and Iberia. Departures from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport and LaGuardia Airport airports, arrivals at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for New York City — Helsinki by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 857 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 2,266 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
New York City → Helsinki, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,216 | low | May | AED 1,467 | medium | Sep | AED 1,467 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,195 | low | Jun | AED 1,635 | high | Oct | AED 1,425 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,257 | low | Jul | AED 1,719 | high | Nov | AED 1,299 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,383 | medium | Aug | AED 1,677 | high | Dec | AED 1,635 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures reaching up to 21.2°C. The coldest period occurs in January and February, when temperatures drop to -5.8°C, while precipitation levels remain consistently high.
The lowest airfares are recorded in July, August, and November — flight prices start AED 884. The peak season is in March, when tickets start AED 1,665.
November and December are considered the best times to travel: you'll find great fares starting AED 897 as the city prepares for the winter season. It is recommended to avoid flying in March due to peak pricing.
Three airlines operate on this route, with Finnair, American Airlines, and Iberia being the leaders. The majority of flights are operated by the Finnish flag carrier, providing regular service between these major cities. Click on a specific carrier's card in the list below to see a detailed weekly schedule and available connection options.
Flights New York City — Helsinki depart from John F. Kennedy International Airport, Newark Liberty International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Westchester County Airport and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covers the 6,637 km distance in approximately 8–9 hours. Travel time for connecting flights through Europe typically starts from 12 hours.
Regular flights are operated by Finnair, American Airlines, and Iberia. This page provides an up-to-date list of carriers with a flight frequency of about 5 times per week.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on the season and demand. You can find the current minimum price for this year in the low-fare calendar block.
The lowest prices are usually available when booking in advance. Try to aim for November and December, when the lowest fares on the route are recorded.
All international flights from New York arrive at Finland's main airport — Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).
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