Los Angeles to Helsinki (Vantaa) (LAX–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.
LAX–HEL is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Finnair leads the route. The flight covers 5,601 miles in approximately 10h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AY Finnair | 5 | 359 | 10h35 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · HEL: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 4:00 AM (next day) in Helsinki (Vantaa).
US passport holders enter Finland visa-free for stays up to 90 days within any 180-day period. This falls under the Schengen area rules, so the 90-day limit is shared across all Schengen countries. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen area.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
LAX–HEL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to HEL
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) are connected by nonstop service from Finnair. With 5 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
LAX to HEL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to HEL is about 10 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,601 miles (9,013 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Seattle–Tacoma, Amsterdam and Dallas Fort Worth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.