Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hamburg (HEL–HAM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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AY1421+1
AY Finnair
E90
6:50 AM
EEST T2
7:50 AM
CEST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AY1423
AY Finnair
E90
10:45 AM
EEST T2
11:45 AM
CEST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AY1425+2
AY Finnair
E90
4:30 PM
EEST T2
5:30 PM
CEST
2h
M T W T F S S
Prices
AY1422+1
AY Finnair
E90
8:35 AM
CEST T1
11:25 AM
EEST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AY1424+1
AY Finnair
E90
12:30 PM
CEST T1
3:20 PM
EEST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AY1426+1
AY Finnair
319
6:15 PM
CEST T1
9:05 PM
EEST
1h 50m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hamburg
1 carrier, 21 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 21 Flights/wk 726 mi 2h nonstop -1h behind 65 1-stop hubs

HEL–HAM is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Finnair leads the route. The flight covers 726 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 65 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop HEL–HAM service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
AY Finnair 21 E90 2h Oneworld
Aircraft on this route
E90 Embraer 190 – AY
Alliance coverage
Oneworld: AY (21 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, HEL to HAM direction.
Mon
3
flights
Tue
3
flights
Wed
3
flights
Thu
3
flights
Fri
3
flights
Sat
3
flights
Sun
3
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
3
Nonstop flights
21
Outbound / wk
21
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for HEL to HAM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
65
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~32h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,440
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.

Other ways to reach Hamburg from Helsinki (Vantaa)

Nearby airports with service to Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport.
Metric HEL→HAM TLL→HAM
Distance from HEL 63 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1
Weekly flights 21 2
Flight time 2h 1h 55m
Airports within 200 miles of HEL with service to Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
Hamburg is 1 hour behind Helsinki (Vantaa).
HEL: EEST · HAM: CEST

When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 5:00 PM in Hamburg.
Distance & Flight Time
726 mi / 1,169 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 0m.
Visa & Entry

Finnish passport holders do not need a visa to enter Germany. As EU and Schengen citizens, Finns have the right to enter, live, and work in Germany without any permit. No time limit on stays. Bring your Finnish passport or national ID card.

For stays over 3 months, register at the local Einwohnermeldeamt (residents' registration office) within 14 days of moving in. Bring your passport or ID, the Wohnungsgeberbestaeigung (landlord confirmation form), and the registration form. This is mandatory for everyone living in Germany, including Germans. There is no fee.

No border checks on flights between Finland and Germany. Both are Schengen members. Germany uses the euro. Finnair and Lufthansa fly direct from Helsinki to Frankfurt, Munich, Berlin, and other German cities. Helsinki to Frankfurt is about 2.5 hours. Germany is more cash-oriented than Finland. Many restaurants and smaller shops do not accept cards. Carry some EUR cash.

HEL–HAM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hamburg route.
Route details
Distance726 mi / 1,169 km
Flight time2h
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights21 out / 21 return
1-stop connections65 hubs
Origin: HEL
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
Destination: HAM
IATA / ICAOHAM / EDDH
TimezoneEurope/Berlin
Passengers/yr17.0M
Elevation53 ft / 16 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HEL to HAM flights.
Nonstop flights from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport take approximately 2h. The route covers 726 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Finnair.
There are approximately 21 nonstop flights per week from HEL to HAM. The return direction has about 21 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SZG, INN, GVA, BGO, PRN, OTP, TOS, SPU, VRN, KGS, MIR, NAP, VCE, CPH, BUD, OSL, TLL, FAO, VLC, HRG, MAN, ACE, FUE, LPA, TFS, RIX, FNC, VIE, LUX, ARN, ZRH, DUS, PMI, FRA, BRU, MUC, MXP, GDN, AMS, WAW, AYT, DXB, AGP, IAD, NCE, DUB, CDG, ORD, LHR, VNO, LGW, SAW, DOH, RHO, STN, BCN, LIN, FCO, IST, HER, ALC, LIS, ATH, MAD and LCA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Hamburg is 1 hour behind Helsinki (Vantaa).
Yes, return flights from HAM to HEL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TLL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from HEL to HAM

Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport (HAM) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.

HEL to HAM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from HEL to HAM ranges from 2 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 726 miles (1,169 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 42 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

65 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via SZG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Tallinn (TLL).