Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hangzhou (HEL–HGH) — 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
HKG Hong Kong 14h 54m AY → CACXGJ Hong Kong (HKG) to Hangzhou flights
ICN Seoul 15h 25m AY → CAHOKE Seoul (ICN) to Hangzhou flights
KIX Osaka 20h 53m AYJL → CAGJJD Osaka (KIX) to Hangzhou flights
BKK Bangkok 22h 54m AY → GJJDVZ Bangkok (BKK) to Hangzhou flights
NRT Narita 25h AYJL → CANH Narita (NRT) to Hangzhou flights
SIN Singapore 26h 17m AYQF → MFMUSQ Singapore (SIN) to Hangzhou flights
MAD Madrid 30h 47m AYJL → CAJD Madrid (MAD) to Hangzhou flights
LIS Lisbon 31h 41m AY → JD Lisbon (LIS) to Hangzhou flights
PVG Shanghai (Pudong) ~11h 32m AYHOMU → MU Shanghai (Pudong) (PVG) to Hangzhou flights
CGO Zhengzhou ~11h 35m → 3UCZGJ Zhengzhou (CGO) to Hangzhou flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hangzhou
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+5h ahead

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

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for HEL to HGH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~11h
Fastest
~31h
Longest
PVG ~11h 32m CGO ~11h 35m PKX ~11h 48m HKG ~14h 54m ICN ~15h 25m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
988
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
Hangzhou is 5 hours ahead of Helsinki (Vantaa).
HEL: EEST · HGH: CST

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

Finnish passport holders can enter China visa-free for up to 15 days under the unilateral visa-free policy China extended to several European countries. This applies to ordinary passports for tourism, business, transit, or visiting family. No advance application needed. Your passport must have at least 6 months of validity from entry. The 15-day count starts from the day after arrival.

For stays longer than 15 days, apply for a Chinese visa at the Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Helsinki. The single-entry tourist visa (L visa) costs EUR 126 and is valid for 30 days. Processing takes 4 business days for standard service or 2 to 3 days for express (additional EUR 40). Required documents include a completed form, passport photo, flight booking, hotel reservations, and a travel itinerary.

Finnair flies direct from Helsinki to Beijing, Shanghai, and several other Chinese cities. Flight time to Beijing is about 8 hours. China uses the renminbi/yuan (CNY). International cards work at major hotels and some stores, but mobile payment (WeChat Pay, Alipay) dominates daily transactions. Foreign tourists can now link international cards to Alipay for easier payments.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from HGH

Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.

Hangzhou Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.

Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

HEL–HGH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Helsinki (Vantaa) to Hangzhou route.
Route details
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: HEL
Full nameHelsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
Destination: HGH
Full nameHangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport
IATA / ICAOHGH / ZSHC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.0M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HEL to HGH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Hong Kong, Incheon and Kansai.
Hangzhou is 5 hours ahead of 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.
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 Hong Kong, Incheon and Kansai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.