Are there direct flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles?

Direct flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles are not a common occurrence. Historically, only about 4.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 1. Travelers should anticipate that most journeys will involve at least one connection when flying between these two cities.

How long does it take to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles?

A direct flight from Helsinki to Los Angeles typically takes approximately 11 hours and 5 minutes. For flights involving one stop, the median travel time extends significantly to about 17 hours and 30 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 9013 kilometers. Travelers should factor in these durations when planning their itinerary, especially if choosing a connecting flight.

How often do Helsinki to Los Angeles flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Helsinki to Los Angeles route have shown regular price drops. This indicates that price fluctuations are a consistent feature of this route. Travelers may find opportunities for better deals by monitoring prices over time. The regularity of these price movements suggests that patience can be beneficial when searching for flights.

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Helsinki to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles typically range from $925–$1238, with a median fare of $1038. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 3% of recent fares from Helsinki to Los Angeles were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare may require some flexibility.

When considering cheap flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles, the cheapest time to fly is often February, with a median fare of $788. April also offers lower prices, with a median of $822, followed by May at $831. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

The typical journey from Helsinki to Los Angeles takes about 21h 40m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 9013 kilometers. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 1.

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Regular price: €620 - €1,100

Prices for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles typically range from 620 EUR to 1100 EUR. The current lowest deal is 544 EUR with Kayak, for travel from Aug 23-Sep 6.

now 544 €

Low 620 €

High 1,100 €

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles is February, with a median price of $788. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1080. Prices are generally lower from February to October.

February

Cheapest

Flights from 788 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,080 €

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Feb

Mar

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec

Direct flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Norwegian Air Sweden

766 €

643 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

731 €

553 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

726 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

727 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

738 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

806 €

553 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

894 € → 553 €

38%

4 nights

Jan 22 - Jan 26

825 € → 548 €

34%

7 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 31

824 € → 548 €

33%

7 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 30

823 € → 548 €

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Helsinki - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Helsinki to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $544.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $788

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles, at $788.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 21h 40m

Flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles typically take 21h 40m, covering a distance of 9013 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

American Airlines offers direct flights

American Airlines has offered direct flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles in recent months.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles appear regularly, so check often.

Helsinki main airports to depart from

Helsinki (HEL)

Cheapest

Helsinki Airport is a convenient option for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$717

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is the primary gateway for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles.

📍 ~18 km from Los Angeles city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$717

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Cheapest

Consider BUR for convenient access to North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, often with faster security.

📍 ~20 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$786

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles is typically between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $892. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw average prices rise to approximately $1108. Even booking more than 60 days out generally resulted in a slightly higher average price of $953, indicating that planning within the 28-59 day window often yields better value.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Helsinki to Los Angeles was considered to be $925 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1038. Prices tended to increase significantly beyond this, with 75% of observed prices being $1238 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $925 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles are typically February, April, and May. February often sees a median price of $788, while April and May have median prices of $822 and $831, respectively. These months offer more favorable pricing compared to the annual median price of $1038 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider planning their trips during these periods.

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Helsinki to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Regular price: €620 - €1,100

Prices for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles are currently below the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles typically range from 620 EUR to 1100 EUR. The current lowest deal is 544 EUR with Kayak, for travel from Aug 23-Sep 6.

now 544 €

Low 620 €

High 1,100 €

The cheapest time to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles

February

Cheapest

Flights from 788 €

June

Most Expensive

Flights from 1,080 €

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Helsinki to Los Angeles

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Norwegian Air Sweden

766 €

643 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

731 €

553 €

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

726 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

727 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

738 €

553 €

One-way

Fri, Aug 21

⌛ Last-Minute

HEL - Los Angeles

Helsinki (HEL) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

806 €

553 €

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Helsinki to Los Angeles

14 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 15

894 € → 553 €

38%

4 nights

Jan 22 - Jan 26

825 € → 548 €

34%

7 nights

Jan 24 - Jan 31

824 € → 548 €

33%

7 nights

Jan 23 - Jan 30

823 € → 548 €

33%

Popular Airports to fly from Helsinki to Los Angeles