Flights from San Francisco to Helsinki
The San Francisco to Helsinki route connects the Bay Area with Finland's design-forward capital on the Baltic Sea. With departures from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), you'll find excellent options to explore stunning Nordic architecture, world-class design districts, authentic Finnish saunas, and use Helsinki as a gateway to Lapland and the Northern Lights.
Pro Tip: Book 6-8 weeks in advance for the best fares. Finnair offers excellent connections on this route!
- Connecting flights available from SFO to HEL
- Flight time: 11-12 hours
- Best time to visit: June to August, December to March for Northern Lights
- Round trip from: $599
