Book your flights to Helsinki and explore a city where history, design, and urban life intersect. Visit Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral, or wander through the Old Market Hall for local food and crafts. Beyond the center, Helsinki offers contemporary architecture, creative neighborhoods, and waterfront areas along the Baltic Sea. Take in views from the Olympic Stadium observation deck, relax in city parks, or visit nearby islands for a quiet escape. Enjoy Finnish cuisine at local restaurants and experience the city’s culture through its museums, galleries, and traditional sauna.
Flights to Helsinki with airBaltic
airBaltic offers frequent flights to Helsinki from major European cities, Riga working as connecting hub. Flexible schedules and reliable service make it straightforward to plan a trip for business, leisure, or a short city break.
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
Your flight arrives at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), about 20 kilometers from the city center. The airport provides modern facilities, lounges, dining options, and efficient transport connections to central Helsinki.
Planning your Helsinki visit
• Best travel period May to September for warm weather and longer daylight, December to February for winter activities and snow-covered cityscapes
• Flexible dates Adjusting travel days can help find lower fares
• Advance booking Tickets booked 6–12 weeks ahead often provide the best prices
• Check promotions airBaltic regularly offers discounts to Helsinki
Things to do in Helsinki
Helsinki offers a mix of historic sites, cultural institutions, and modern urban districts. The city is compact, making it easy to explore on foot or by public transport.
Historic sites and landmarks
• Senate Square and Helsinki Cathedral
• Old Market Hall and the surrounding streets of the city center
• Uspenski Cathedral, Finland’s largest Orthodox church
• Katajanokka district with its Art Nouveau architecture
Culture and museums
• National Museum of Finland
• Kiasma Museum of Contemporary Art
• Design Museum and local design studios
• Finnish Parliament and other notable civic landmarks
Parks, waterfronts, and islands
• Esplanadi Park and Töölö Bay promenade
• Olympic Stadium observation deck for city and sea views
• Ferry trips to Suomenlinna sea fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Modern districts and local life
• Kallio and Punavuori neighborhoods with cafés, galleries, and shops
• Market Square and Hakaniemi Market Hall for local products
• Contemporary architecture and urban development throughout the city
