Tokyo to Helsinki (Vantaa) (HND–HEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
HND–HEL is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Finnair, British Airways and Iberia lead the route. The flight covers 4,862 miles in approximately 13h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 27 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 14 | 359, 789 | 13h05-13h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
| BA British Airways | 7 | 789 | 13h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
| IB Iberia | 7 | 77W | 13h20 | – | Oneworld | – |
| JL Japan Airlines | 7 | 789 | 13h15 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Helsinki (Vantaa) from Tokyo
| Metric | HND→HEL | NRT→HEL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from HND | – | 37 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 7 |
| Flight time | 13h 5m | 12h 50m |
Travel Essentials
HND: JST · HEL: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Tokyo, it's 11:00 AM in Helsinki (Vantaa).
Japanese passport holders enter Finland visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen zone.
At immigration, your passport is stamped on first Schengen entry. The 90-day limit applies across all Schengen countries combined. For stays beyond 90 days, apply for a residence permit through the Finnish Immigration Service (Migri) before your visa-free period expires. No supporting documents are required at the border, but carry proof of accommodation and return travel.
Direct flights from Tokyo Narita and Osaka Kansai to Helsinki run about 10 hours 30 minutes on Finnair and Japan Airlines. Helsinki is a popular transit point for connections to other European cities, with many Japanese travelers using it as a gateway. Finland uses the euro. No mandatory vaccinations. Card payments work everywhere, and many businesses do not accept cash. Helsinki has a significant Japanese community, and you will find Japanese restaurants and grocery stores in the city center. Winter daylight in Helsinki drops to about 6 hours in December.
Keikyu Line from Shinagawa reaches Haneda in 13 minutes (¥310). Tokyo Monorail from Hamamatsucho takes 15–22 minutes (¥500). Both run frequently from 5am to midnight. Haneda's central location makes it by far the most convenient Tokyo airport.Taxis from central Tokyo cost ¥3,500–5,500 depending on destination and traffic. Limousine buses serve major hotels and stations (¥600–1,100). Ride-shares (GO, S.RIDE) are growing in Japan. The airport is 14km from central Tokyo, significantly closer than Narita.
HND–HEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HND to HEL
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair, British Airways, Iberia and Japan Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HND to HEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HND to HEL ranges from 13 hours 5 minutes to 13 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,862 miles (7,825 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 56 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
27 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 14 hours via BER. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Narita (NRT).