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Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) to Istanbul (IST)

HEL — IST
Dec 25 — Jan 11
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The best prices from Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul are usually found in September or November, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Helsinki to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Helsinki (HEL) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$392
Provider with most accurate pricing for Helsinki-Vantaa-Istanbul flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Helsinki-Vantaa-Istanbul flights.
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

Compare providers for flights from Helsinki to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Helsinki to Istanbul in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Helsinki-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Travel insights for flights from Helsinki to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Helsinki to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Helsinki to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HEL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Helsinki to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

When flying from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Helsinki to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Helsinki to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Helsinki to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 20, 2024.

The most flights from HEL to IST are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Helsinki to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Helsinki to Istanbul?

    If you book a flight to Istanbul from Helsinki, you will be flying from Helsinki-Vantaa, which is the city’s only airport. Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is located 10.6 mi from the center of Helsinki. There are 6 flights from Helsinki-Vantaa to Istanbul per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport consider choosing RwandAir (78%), Turkish Airlines (78%) or Finnair (78%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Helsinki to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Helsinki to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Helsinki to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Helsinki to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Helsinki to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Helsinki to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Helsinki to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Helsinki to Istanbul

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Helsinki to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Pegasus AirlinesCheapest$159Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
LufthansaCheapest$160Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$193Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
airBalticCheapest$204Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
FinnairCheapest$209Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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