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Cheapest return flight
R11 263
Typical prices: R11 876-R16 647
Qatar Airways
Fri 16/11Fri 23/11
JNB - HEL • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Helsinki. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC)
Cheapest • Avg R13 081 (return)
Istanbul (IST)
Shortest trip • 16h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Helsinki (JNB-HEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from OR Tambo to Helsinki

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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13:45 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:05 - 15:35HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 263Qatar Airways
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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13:45 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:50 - 8:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 429Qatar Airways
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
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13:45 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
23h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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8:50 - 4:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 628Qatar Airways
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
16h 30m1 stop Istanbul
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19:05 - 10:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 575Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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19:55 - 11:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
15h 55m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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12:35 - 9:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R12 591Lufthansa
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
Turkish Airlines Logo
18:50 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
16h 30m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
19:05 - 10:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 50m1 stop Istanbul
R12 641Turkish Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:50 - 22:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
27h 35m2 stops Istanbul Stockholm Arlanda
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9:20 - 11:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 40m2 stops Stockholm Arlanda Istanbul
R12 675Multiple Airlines
Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27
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16:55 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
20h 40m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
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8:50 - 4:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 987Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 2
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23:55 - 17:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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6:40 - 22:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R19 269KLM
Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 2
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23:55 - 17:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 30m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
KLM Logo
6:40 - 22:00HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
15h 20m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
R19 302KLM
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki typically range from R11 876 to R16 647. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 263 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki at R11 346 return.
•May (R21 229) and July (R14 319) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 87% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki the cheapest?

Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R11 263
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 110% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki

When to book flights from OR Tambo to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from OR Tambo to Helsinki based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    A direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki takes 00m, covering 15 467 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flight?

    Return flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki range from R11 876 to R16 647, with an average of R13 735 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 876 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the R13 735 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R11 263 to R80 320. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)?

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R57 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki usually depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki pass through?

    One-stop flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • London Heathrow (LHR) – 8% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 143 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 591, a difference of R5 449.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki?

    Flying via Istanbul (IST) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 51m, compared to 17h 05m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 18h 06m via London Heathrow (LHR).

  • What is the time difference between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and Helsinki?

    Helsinki is 1 hour ahead of Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (Eastern European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 143, about R5 449 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki trip for February. Fares historically average R11 346 return in that month – typically R9 884 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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