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Cheapest return flight
R11 428
Typical prices: R11 734-R16 984
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/11Tue 13/11
JNB - HEL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R6 604
Typical prices: R7 189-R11 249
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/11
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
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg R13 394 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 16h 48m (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

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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20:20 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 15m1 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 428Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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20:20 - 13:35JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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15:05 - 8:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R11 445Qatar Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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20:20 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
35h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:50 - 13:30HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R14 323Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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20:20 - 7:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
35h 00m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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14:50 - 13:30HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
22h 40m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Addis Ababa Bole
R14 356Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
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18:50 - 11:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
16h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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11:55 - 10:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R14 572Turkish Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
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18:50 - 11:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
16h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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11:55 - 10:55HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 00m1 stop Istanbul
R14 589Turkish Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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19:45 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 10m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
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19:30 - 9:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main
R14 755Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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10:40 - 12:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
26h 15m2 stops Windhoek Hosea Kutako Intl Frankfurt am Main
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13:40 - 9:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
R14 922Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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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
R16 336Finnair
Fri, Nov 27 - Fri, Jan 1
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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 - 8:40HEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
17h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R20 095Finnair
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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 734 to R16 984. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R11 428 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, Thursday 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 31% 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 362 return.
•May (R21 259) and July (R14 655) 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 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% 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

September

Cheapest flight

R6 604
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travellers.
One-way 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?

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

    • Economy class
    • Business 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 734 to R16 984, with an average of R13 493 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 734 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 26% above the R13 493 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How are flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki looking right now?

    One-way fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 003, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Frankfurt am Main (FRA) – 5% 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 33% on flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Helsinki. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at R11 927 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R17 799, a difference of R5 872.

    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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 48m, compared to 16h 48m via London Heathrow (LHR) and 16h 53m via Istanbul (IST).

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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average R11 927, which is about R5 872 less than Saturday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% 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 362 return in that month – typically R9 898 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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