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· 79 departures on the board
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- 00:0523:55AY379Gate 9On time
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- 00:2000:05AY321Gate 8On time
- 00:2500:10AY69Gate 45AOn time
- 00:30AY131Gate 42On time
- 00:35AY99Gate 53On time
- 05:30BT326Gate 30On time
- 05:45AY431Gate 22On time
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- 06:00D82890Gate 18On time
- 06:00AY1671Gate 27On time
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- 06:00AY1855Gate 32On time
- 06:05D82886Gate 15On time
- 06:10D82962Gate 20On time
- 06:10SL1705Gate 21On time
- 06:10AY1861Gate 13On time
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- 06:25AY1887Gate 35On time
- 06:30D82844Gate 17On time
- 06:40JP801Gate 24On time
- 06:45VL853Gate 28On time
- 06:45AY1221Gate 30On time
- 06:50AY1421Gate 31EOn time
- 06:50D82828Gate 44On time
- 07:00AY571Gate 5On time
- 07:00AY1071Gate 31BOn time
- 07:00KL1248Gate 19On time
How do I get to and from Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
Helsinki Vantaa Airport is well connected with central Helsinki by rail, with airport trains running via the city rail network. Public buses also serve Helsinki and nearby areas, while taxis and app-based rides are available outside arrivals. Major car rental companies operate at the airport, and road access is straightforward for private cars, hotel shuttles, and intercity coach connections.
How do the terminals work at Helsinki Vantaa Airport?
The airport operates as a single, modern terminal complex, so check-in, security, arrivals, and baggage services are grouped in one main passenger area. After security, routes divide broadly between Schengen and non-Schengen departures, with passport control needed for many international flights outside the Schengen Area. Transfers are usually manageable, as Helsinki is designed as a compact hub, especially for Finnair connections.
Tips for flying from Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Arrive with extra time during busy holiday periods, early morning departures, or winter weather, when queues and de-icing can affect schedules. Check whether your flight is Schengen or non-Schengen, as passport control may add time. Helsinki is generally efficient and well signed in English, but monitor your airline’s app or the airport displays for check-in area, gate, and baggage updates.