How long is the flight from South Africa to Finland?

On average, it takes 17h 25m to fly from South Africa to Finland if you fly out of Johannesburg OR Tambo (the most popular airport in South Africa) and into Helsinki-Vantaa (the most popular airport in Finland). If you’re flying out of Cape Town Intl and into Helsinki-Vantaa, then the flight time is around 18h 20m.

What are the most popular cities to visit in Finland?

Some of the world’s most well-travelled cities are in Finland. The most popular city to travel to in Finland is Helsinki, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 93% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Finland are Rovaniemi and Kemi.

R5 925 Cheap Flights to Finland in 2025/26

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Brussels Airlines

Jan 20

JNB

17h 25m

1 stop

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

26h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R10 620

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Brussels Airlines

Jan 20

JNB

17h 25m

1 stop

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

26h 35m

1 stop

JNB

R10 637

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

JNB

17h 25m

1 stop

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R11 902

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

JNB

17h 25m

1 stop

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

24h 10m

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JNB

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Lufthansa

Feb 4

PLZ

23h 40m

2 stops

HEL

Feb 8

HEL

40h 20m

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PLZ

R12 647

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

JNB

26h 30m

2 stops

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

24h 10m

2 stops

JNB

R12 785

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Lufthansa

Jan 20

JNB

25h 30m

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HEL

Jan 24

HEL

24h 10m

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JNB

R12 820

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Lufthansa

Feb 4

PLZ

23h 40m

2 stops

HEL

Feb 8

HEL

43h 30m

2 stops

PLZ

R13 253

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Lufthansa

Feb 4

PLZ

23h 40m

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HEL

Feb 8

HEL

43h 30m

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PLZ

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KLM

Jan 20

CPT

23h 00m

2 stops

HEL

Jan 24

HEL

31h 50m

1 stop

CPT

R13 322

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Air France

Jan 20

CPT

25h 05m

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HEL

Jan 24

HEL

24h 00m

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CPT

R13 495

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Turkish Airlines

Jan 20

CPT

24h 50m

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HEL

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HEL

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19:45 - 13:10JNB-HEL

17h 25m1 stop

13:50 - 9:30HEL-JNB

19h 40m1 stop

R10 533Brussels Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

19:45 - 13:10JNB-HEL

17h 25m1 stop

6:55 - 9:30HEL-JNB

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R10 620Brussels Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

19:45 - 13:10JNB-HEL

17h 25m1 stop

6:55 - 9:30HEL-JNB

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R10 637Brussels Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

19:45 - 13:10JNB-HEL

17h 25m1 stop

6:55 - 7:05HEL-JNB

24h 10m2 stops

R11 815Lufthansa

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

19:45 - 13:10JNB-HEL

17h 25m1 stop

6:55 - 7:05HEL-JNB

24h 10m2 stops

R11 902Lufthansa

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

18:25 - 17:25CPT-HEL

23h 00m2 stops

14:05 - 21:55HEL-CPT

31h 50m1 stop

R13 322KLM

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

17:15 - 18:05CPT-HEL

24h 50m1 stop

19:00 - 11:50HEL-CPT

16h 50m1 stop

R16 544Turkish Airlines

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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24

8:15 - 14:15PLZ-HEL

30h 00m3 stops

16:00 - 11:55HEL-PLZ

19h 55m2 stops

R21 568Qatar Airways

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

8:15 - 14:15PLZ-HEL

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16:00 - 20:00HEL-PLZ

28h 00m2 stops

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Wed, Feb 4 - Sun, Feb 8

17:15 - 11:35CPT-HEL

18h 20m1 stop

19:00 - 11:50HEL-CPT

16h 50m1 stop

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Return

Price

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

13:50-9:30

1 stop19h 40m

R10 533

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

6:55-9:30

1 stop26h 35m

R10 620

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

6:55-9:30

1 stop26h 35m

R10 637

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

6:55-7:05

2 stops24h 10m

R11 815

JohannesburgHelsinki

JNB - HEL

JNBHEL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 20/1

19:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

6:55-7:05

2 stops24h 10m

R11 902

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

18:25-17:25

2 stops23h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

14:05-21:55

1 stop31h 50m

R13 322

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 20/1

17:15-18:05

1 stop24h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 24/1

19:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

R16 544

Port ElizabethHelsinki

PLZ - HEL

PLZHEL

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/2

8:15-14:15

3 stops30h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 8/2

16:00-11:55

2 stops19h 55m

R21 568

Port ElizabethHelsinki

PLZ - HEL

PLZHEL

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/2

8:15-14:15

3 stops30h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 8/2

16:00-20:00

2 stops28h 00m

R21 672

Cape TownHelsinki

CPT - HEL

CPTHEL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 18/12

17:15-11:35

1 stop18h 20m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 30/12

19:00-11:50

1 stop16h 50m

R24 687

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Which airlines fly to Finland?

Qatar Airways, KLM and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Finland from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Finland. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Finland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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Summary info about Finland flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R5 925
Best Round-Trip Price	R10 620
Fastest flight time	24h 50m

The best one-way flight price to Finland from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R5 925 (Cape Town Intl to Helsinki-Vantaa).

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The best round-trip flight price to Finland from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R10 620 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Helsinki-Vantaa).

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The fastest flight to Finland from South Africa takes 24h 50m (Cape Town Intl to Helsinki-Vantaa).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Finland

What is the cheapest flight to Finland?

If you are looking to fly to Finland for less, look to airlines like Norwegian, Finnair, and Lufthansa, with prices starting at R2 301, R2 733, and R8 346 respectively.

Which airlines fly to Finland?

Qatar Airways, KLM and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Finland according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Finland. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Finland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the most popular airport in Finland to fly to?

According to our data, 72% of momondo users who travelled to Finland in the last year flew into Helsinki-Vantaa (located in Helsinki), making it the most popular airport to fly to. There may be other airports in Finland, but the majority of our users take flights to Helsinki-Vantaa in order to visit Helsinki and it’s surrounding areas.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Finland?

Monday is the best day of the week to fly to Finland based on flight prices. Tuesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Finland, then try to avoid flying out on a Saturday since this is when prices are at their highest.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Finland?

Prices for flights to Finland were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Finland?

As of November 2025, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights to Finland.

How old do you have to be to fly to Finland?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Finland.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Finland?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Finland may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Finland. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Finland?

It is quick and easy to find flights to Finland on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Finland that suits you.

Can I find flights to Finland with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights to Finland with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

How can momondo help me find flights to Finland?

Once all potential Finland flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Finland right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Finland, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Finland and alert you when they change.