Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Rio De Janeiro: what you need to know
Rio De Janeiro is 5 hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located. Rio De Janeiro operates on the UTC-3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from HEL to Rio De Janeiro.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight from HEL to Rio De Janeiro that includes a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You don't need a visa for Brazil if you hold a passport from Finland and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest rules.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Helsinki, HEL can be reached in about 29 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 44 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near HEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Rio De Janeiro
RM3,384 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Return flights start at RM4,272. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from HEL to Rio De Janeiro. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro is around 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 3 minutes to get there by public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to GIG if you're taking a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
As soon as your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 3 minutes by car. Central Rio De Janeiro is approximately 2 kilometres from Santos Dumont Airport (SDU).
Travelling by public transport will take about 16 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near SDU. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from HEL to Rio De Janeiro at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Rio De Janeiro
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro. July is the most popular month to travel to Rio De Janeiro. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Rio De Janeiro is February, with temperatures ranging between 22ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from HEL to Rio De Janeiro in July when temperatures average between 17ºC and 27ºC.
More about Rio De Janeiro
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Rio De Janeiro right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Rio De Janeiro:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach are popular attractions which should be on every Rio De Janeiro itinerary.
Complete your Rio De Janeiro trip with a car rental
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