Travelling from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know
The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is five hours behind Chiang Mai.
To ensure you get on your CNX to HEL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between CNX and HEL:
Phuket International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight is C$544. A round-trip plane ticket right now is C$1,308. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from CNX to HEL, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from CNX to HEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport.
Handy information about Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
Of all flights departing from Chiang Mai International Airport, 76.37% land on schedule at their destination.
Chiang Mai International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Chiang Mai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to CNX:
Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:
Pick up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car and discover Helsinki and beyond with your own set of wheels. Green Motion, Alamo and addCar are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki
From Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, Helsinki is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It'll take around 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Helsinki. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Chiang Mai International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, think about the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Helsinki, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNX to HEL in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of Finland
You've seen Helsinki, now it's time to explore other parts of Finland. Travel around 16 kilometres west to Espoo to check off its popular sights. From Kannusilta riverside walk to Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki, Tampere is another favourite stop in Finland. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.
