£407 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Helsinki (HEL)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Helsinki (HEL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £407 for one-way flights and £639 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 20 Apr - Sat, 27 Apr
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£639 Return, found 3 days ago
£639
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 20 Apr from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sat, 27 Apr, priced at £639 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Sat, 20 Apr - Sat, 27 Apr
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£653 Return, found 3 days ago
£653
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, 20 Apr from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sat, 27 Apr, priced at £653 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Sat, 20 Apr - Sat, 27 Apr
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£659 Return, found 3 days ago
£659
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Sat, 20 Apr from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sat, 27 Apr, priced at £659 found 3 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Sat, 20 Apr - Sat, 27 Apr
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£663 Return, found 3 days ago
£663
Return
found 3 days ago
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Sat, 20 Apr from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sat, 27 Apr, priced at £663 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, 7 May - Sun, 12 May
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£664 Return, found 5 days ago
£664
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 7 May from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sun, 12 May, priced at £664 found 5 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, 7 May - Sun, 12 May
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£669 Return, found 5 days ago
£669
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, 7 May from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Sun, 12 May, priced at £669 found 5 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, 9 May - Wed, 22 May
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£672 Return, found 4 days ago
£672
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, 9 May from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Wed, 22 May, priced at £672 found 4 days ago
Air Canada
Thu, 9 May - Wed, 22 May
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£675 Return, found 4 days ago
£675
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Thu, 9 May from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Wed, 22 May, priced at £675 found 4 days ago
Air France
Fri, 1 Nov - Tue, 12 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£685 Return, found 20 hours ago
£685
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select Air France flight, departing Fri, 1 Nov from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Tue, 12 Nov, priced at £685 found 20 hours ago
KLM
Fri, 1 Nov - Tue, 12 Nov
SFO
San Francisco
HEL
Helsinki
£704 Return, found 20 hours ago
£704
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select KLM flight, departing Fri, 1 Nov from San Francisco to Helsinki, returning Tue, 12 Nov, priced at £704 found 20 hours ago
Flight from San Francisco to Helsinki route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Vantaa
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines
Return price
£638
Distance
8673 km

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To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Vantaa (HEL) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Helsinki today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Vantaa start at just £639 and range up to £704.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and Helsinki
  • booking your flight during April, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to Helsinki flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Vantaa for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from SFO to HEL?
Based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys from SFO to Helsinki Airport start from £639. Make your booking today to get the best price for your adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Helsinki Airport?
This can vary between air carriers, as each one has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where you’ll find easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to Helsinki Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Airport to HEL flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Helsinki Airport?
The distance is around 8,700 kilometres, so fill your carry-on bag with whatever you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your San Francisco to Vantaa flight? A travel pillow, earplugs and a sleep mask are among the essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport?
Direct flights aren’t available, so you’ll need to make at least one stop between SFO and Vantaa Airport (HEL). Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.
Are SFO to HEL flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices go up and down like a yo-yo, so it’s no sure thing. While last-minute deals between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and HEL are possible, it’s also a good idea to keep a close eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some airlines publish their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the best airfare bargains around, so check back often and be ready to grab your seat when the fares dip.
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