Helsinki (Vantaa) to Atlanta (HEL–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
YYZ Toronto 11h 26m AY ACAMDL Toronto (YYZ) to Atlanta flights
ORD Chicago 12h 2m AY AAACAF Chicago (ORD) to Atlanta flights
JFK New York 12h 4m AY AFAMB6 New York (JFK) to Atlanta flights
AMS Amsterdam 12h 43m 6EAFAM AFDLKL Amsterdam (AMS) to Atlanta flights
CPH Copenhagen 12h 50m A3AFAY SK Copenhagen (CPH) to Atlanta flights
EDI Edinburgh 13h AYBAJL DLVS Edinburgh (EDI) to Atlanta flights
FRA Frankfurt am Main 13h 5m A3ACAY 3S5YAF Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Atlanta flights
LHR London 13h 15m AYCXJL AFAYBA London (LHR) to Atlanta flights
CDG Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) 13h 20m AFAYCX AFAMDL Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG) to Atlanta flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 13h 28m AY AAACAF Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to Atlanta flights
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Helsinki (Vantaa) to Atlanta
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-7h behind

While no nonstop service exists between HEL and ATL, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for HEL to ATL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
34
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,839
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
HEL → ATL
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
72%
Return
ATL → HEL
65%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
65%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. ATL delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-7h
Atlanta is 7 hours behind Helsinki (Vantaa).
HEL: EEST · ATL: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 11:00 AM in Atlanta.
Visa & Entry

Finland is part of the US Visa Waiver Program. Finnish passport holders can enter the United States for up to 90 days for tourism or business by obtaining an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before departure. The ESTA costs $21 and is valid for 2 years or until the passport expires, whichever comes first. Apply at least 72 hours before departure.

You must hold an e-passport (biometric chip). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay. Travelers who have visited Iraq, Syria, Iran, North Korea, Sudan, Libya, Somalia, Yemen, or Cuba after March 2011 may be ineligible and need a B1/B2 visa instead.

Getting from ATL

MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.

The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.

Atlanta Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.

Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.

HEL–ATL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Helsinki (Vantaa) to Atlanta route.
Route details
Time difference-7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: HEL
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
Destination: ATL
IATA / ICAOATL / KATL
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr108.1M
Elevation1,026 ft / 313 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HEL to ATL flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Toronto Pearson, Chicago O'Hare and John F. Kennedy.
Atlanta is 7 hours behind Helsinki (Vantaa).
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Toronto Pearson, Chicago O'Hare and John F. Kennedy. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.