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Cheapest return flight
R11 711
Typical prices: R11 597-R16 358
Turkish Airlines
Tue 20/11Wed 5/12
JNB - HEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 710
Typical prices: R7 091-R11 142
Qatar Airways
Fri 23/11
JNB - HEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Helsinki. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 14% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R12 928 (return)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 16h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki (JNB-HEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Helsinki

Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Dec 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
0:20 - 18:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 50m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 22:25HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R11 711Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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18:50 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
16h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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19:05 - 22:25HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 20m1 stop Istanbul
R12 613Turkish Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
KLM Logo
23:59 - 17:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 26m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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14:05 - 11:25HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 20m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 040KLM
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
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10:40 - 11:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
25h 10m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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19:30 - 9:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
14h 25m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 253Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
Lufthansa Logo
10:40 - 11:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
25h 10m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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13:40 - 9:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 15m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Munich Franz Josef Strauss
R14 959Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
19:55 - 23:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
27h 25m2 stops Madrid Barajas Milan Malpensa
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6:40 - 8:15HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 35m3 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Zurich Frankfurt am Main
R17 107Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:05 - 15:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
27h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl London Gatwick
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7:00 - 10:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
27h 55m3 stops Stockholm Arlanda London Heathrow Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
R17 419Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Qatar Airways Logo
9:25 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
21h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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8:50 - 8:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 124Qatar Airways
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Qatar Airways Logo
9:25 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
21h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:50 - 8:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 223Qatar Airways
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 2
KLM Logo
23:55 - 0:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
24h 25m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
6:40 - 22:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R21 159KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights

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How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki typically range from R11 597 to R16 358. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 711 on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki. It's 10% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 33% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki at R11 203 return.
•May (R20 962) and July (R14 139) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

R9 710
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki.

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki takes 00m, covering 15 467 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki range from R11 597 to R16 358, with an average of R13 057 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 597 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 22% above the R13 057 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 923, which is 14% above 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 averaging R839 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R11 760 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 435, a difference of R5 675.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 48m, compared to 16h 50m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 16h 53m via Istanbul (IST).

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R11 760, which is about R5 675 less than Saturday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki trip for February. Fares historically average R11 203 return in that month – typically R9 759 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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