Osaka to Helsinki (Vantaa) (KIX–HEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
KIX–HEL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Finnair leads the route. The flight covers 4,805 miles in approximately 13h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 14 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 7 | 359 | 13h05 | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
KIX: JST · HEL: EET
When it's 6:00 PM in Osaka, 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.
KIX–HEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from KIX to HEL
Kansai International Airport (KIX) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
KIX to HEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from KIX to HEL ranges from 13 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 4,805 miles (7,732 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 23 hours via IST. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.