Montréal to Helsinki (Vantaa) (YUL–HEL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Montréal to Helsinki (Vantaa)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 3,833 mi 7h 3m nonstop +6h ahead 28 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YUL and HEL, connecting options are available through 28 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YUL to HEL.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~9h
Fastest
~38h
Longest
KEF ~9h 28m IAD ~10h 30m JFK ~12h 24m BCN ~13h 10m DFW ~13h 47m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,147
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
YUL → HEL
0%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
0%
Return
HEL → YUL
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. YUL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+6h
Helsinki (Vantaa) is 6 hours ahead of Montréal.
YUL: EDT · HEL: EET

When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 12:00 AM (next day) in Helsinki (Vantaa).
Distance & Flight Time
3,833 mi / 6,169 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 7h 3m.
Visa & Entry

Canadian citizens enter Finland and the Schengen area visa-free for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. ETIAS travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches in late 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to YUL

The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.

Facts

YUL–HEL Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Montréal to Helsinki (Vantaa) route.
Route details
Distance3,833 mi / 6,169 km
Flight time7h 3m
Time difference+6 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: YUL
Full nameMontreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
IATA / ICAOYUL / CYUL
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation118 ft / 36 m
Destination: HEL
Full nameHelsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA / ICAOHEL / EFHK
TimezoneEurope/Helsinki
Passengers/yr21.0M
Elevation179 ft / 55 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YUL to HEL flights.
Nonstop flights from Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport take approximately 7h 3m. The route covers 3,833 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from YUL to HEL.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through KEF, IAD, JFK, BCN, DFW, MXP, ZRH, FRA, GVA, AMS, FCO, BRU, LHR, CDG, LIS, RAK, MUC, AGP, VIE, MIA, IST, MAD, NRT, DEL, ATH, DOH, DXB and LAX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Helsinki (Vantaa) is 6 hours ahead of Montréal.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from YUL to HEL

Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

YUL to HEL Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YUL to HEL ranges from 7 hours 3 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,833 miles (6,169 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 9 hours via KEF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.