Osaka to Helsinki (Vantaa) (ITM–HEL) — 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.
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.
While no nonstop service exists between ITM and HEL, 1-stop connecting options are available.
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Helsinki (Vantaa) from Osaka
| Metric | ITM→HEL | KIX→HEL | NGO→HEL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from ITM | – | 27 mi | 78 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | – | 14 | 4 |
Travel Essentials
ITM: JST · HEL: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, it's 12:00 PM 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.
ITM–HEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tokyo Haneda and Narita. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Osaka (KIX) and Tokoname (NGO).