Zaventem to Helsinki (Vantaa) (BRU–HEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BRU–HEL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Finnair and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 1,023 miles in approximately 2h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 59 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 20 | 32B, E90 | 2h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 4 | 320 | 2h30 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Helsinki (Vantaa) from Zaventem
| Metric | BRU→HEL | CRL→HEL | AMS→HEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BRU | – | 30 mi | 98 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 8 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | 5 | 112 |
| Flight time | 2h 30m | 2h 45m | 2h 20m |
Travel Essentials
BRU: CET · HEL: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Zaventem, it's 7:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa).
Belgium and Finland are both EU and Schengen members. Belgian citizens enter freely with a national ID card or passport. No visa or stay limit applies.
The Airport Express train runs every 15–20 minutes from Brussels Central, Midi (South), and Nord stations to BRU in 17–25 minutes (€11.80 one-way, free with Brussels Card). Traffic on the Ring road (R0) is heavily congested during morning rush, making the train the consistent choice for peak departures.
Taxis from central Brussels cost €40–55 and take 25–40 minutes. Ride-shares (Uber) run €30–45. Parking at BRU starts at €10/day in the P-Long facility with free shuttle.
BRU–HEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BRU to HEL
Brussels Airport (BRU) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair and Cathay Pacific. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BRU to HEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BRU to HEL ranges from 2 hours 30 minutes to 2 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,023 miles (1,647 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 55 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
59 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via INN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Charleroi (CRL) and Amsterdam (AMS).