Helsinki (Vantaa) to Chicago (HEL–ORD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HEL–ORD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Finnair leads the route. The flight covers 4,424 miles in approximately 8h 52m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 7 | 333 | 8h52 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
HEL: EEST · ORD: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Helsinki (Vantaa), it's 10:00 AM in Chicago.
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.
CTA Blue Line runs 24/7 from O'Hare to downtown Chicago (45 min, $5). Taxis use a flat-rate zone system; downtown is around $40–45 plus tip. Ride-shares are typically $30–50.The Airport Transit System (ATS) connects all terminals and parking. Metra commuter rail does not serve O'Hare directly; transfer downtown via Blue Line.
Continental climate with four distinct seasons. Summers are warm and humid (25–32°C) with afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are cold (−10 to −2°C) with heavy snowfall that regularly delays flights December through March.
Spring and fall are mild but unpredictable. Pack layers. Lake Michigan moderates temperatures near the lakefront, but O'Hare sits inland and runs colder.
HEL–ORD Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HEL to ORD
Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HEL to ORD Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HEL to ORD is about 8 hours 52 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,424 miles (7,119 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Keflavik, Copenhagen Kastrup and Amsterdam. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.