$222 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Helsinki (HEL)

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Popular airlines from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

Cheap Flights from New York to Helsinki (JFK-HEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $222 for one-way flights and $361 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Tue, Oct 21
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$361 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from New York to Helsinki, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $361 found 5 days ago
Delta
Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Oct 21
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$373 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$373
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from New York to Helsinki, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $373 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sun, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 24
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$374 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$374
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from New York to Helsinki, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $374 found 6 days ago
Icelandair
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$391 Roundtrip, just found
$391
Roundtrip
just found
Select Icelandair flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from New York to Helsinki, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $391 just found
Lufthansa
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$396 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$396
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from New York to Helsinki, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $396 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$396 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$396
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Mar 4 from New York to Helsinki, returning Wed, Mar 11, priced at $396 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 17 - Tue, Mar 31
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$409 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$409
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 17 from New York to Helsinki, returning Tue, Mar 31, priced at $409 found 1 day ago
Brussels Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 12
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$424 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$424
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Brussels Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from New York to Helsinki, returning Wed, Nov 12, priced at $424 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 20
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$433 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 13 from New York to Helsinki, returning Tue, Jan 20, priced at $433 found 1 hour ago
British Airways
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
JFK
New York
HEL
Helsinki
$433 Roundtrip, just found
$433
Roundtrip
just found
Select British Airways flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from New York to Helsinki, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $433 just found

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From $346 - $867 per traveler.

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Select flight to Vantaa HEL. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 22 minutes. Flights from $828
HEL
Vantaa
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center22 min
Flights from $828
Flights from New York (JFK) to Helsinki (HEL)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Vantaa
Airlines serving
Air Baltic, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$361
Distance
4105 mi
Average flight time
8 hours 5 mins

New York to Helsinki Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to Helsinki

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to Helsinki are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Helsinki with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from New York to Helsinki

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to Helsinki: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to Helsinki

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to Helsinki in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $222 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to Helsinki flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New York to Helsinki airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL) cost?
You can find cheap return tickets from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL) starting from $433. Reserve your seat and start your adventure. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a American Airlines flight leaving JFK on July 30 2025 and touching down at HEL. The price was last updated on July 12 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JFK to HEL?
The cheapest flights from JFK to HEL are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
Hop on a direct flight with Finnair and head straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from JFK to HEL?
With tickets starting at $367 for a one-way journey from JFK to HEL, British Airways is currently the cheapest carrier for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JFK on October 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 12 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
On average, John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) only offers 1 direct flight to Vantaa Airport (HEL) each day. For more choices, try our easy-to-use filters. Simply enter your preferred travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to discover flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
More people fly between JFK and HEL at 10 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and it's possible you'll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JFK to HEL?
Friday has the most flights from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL). Consider traveling on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 10:45PM UTC-5, departing from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK). You'll be in the air for about 8h 10m, landing at Vantaa Airport (HEL) at approximately 1:55PM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
It takes around 8 hours and 10 minutes to fly the 4,100 mi from JFK to HEL.
What airline has the least delays from JFK to HEL?
Consider traveling with American Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL) without any delays. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
Select a flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Helsinki from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK)?
Explore your flight options from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL). This is the only airport in Helsinki you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from JFK to HEL shortly before your journey is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a JFK to HEL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a JFK to HEL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Vantaa Airport (HEL)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your JFK to HEL flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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