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$386+ Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) to California

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HEL — LAX
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$666
(lol.travel)

One-way from

$386
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$775

Good round-trip deal

$936 or less

Good one-way deal

$905 or less
From Helsinki-Vantaa to California
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Cheapest flights from Helsinki to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Helsinki to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/267:40 pmHEL - LAX
2 stops31h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/97:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop14h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$666
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/269:05 pmHEL - LAX
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/97:30 pmLAX - HEL
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$671
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2912:05 amHEL - LAX
2 stops23h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/65:30 pmLAX - HEL
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$672
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/225:35 amHEL - LAX
3 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/292:45 pmLAX - HEL
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$689
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/304:10 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops32h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/64:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop12h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$714
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:30 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops30h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/244:40 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops21h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$718
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/141:45 pmHEL - SFO
3 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/213:05 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$721
This Travelis deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Travelis is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2712:30 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop38h 15mTurkish Airlines
Tue 11/116:50 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop30h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/16$754
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Thu 10/231:35 pmHEL - LAS
3 stops32h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/512:40 pmLAS - HEL
2 stops17h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$755
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Thu 9/1812:35 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop32h 00mTurkish Airlines
Mon 9/226:45 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop30h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 9/15$768
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/307:45 amHEL - LAS
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/66:15 amLAS - HEL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$775
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/279:00 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop28h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops22h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 9/16$783

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Helsinki to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Helsinki to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Helsinki

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 3/11

6:15 am-6:00 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

8:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$680

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 10/26

9:00 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

7:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$688

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 10/30

9:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

7:30 pm-1:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

$692

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 10/26

9:05 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

7:30 pm-8:00 am

3 stops26h 30m

$712

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 10/30

4:10 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

4:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$714

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 10/13

9:05 pm-4:20 pm

2 stops29h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/23

7:30 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$718

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 11/8

6:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

4:40 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops21h 05m

$718

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 10/14

1:45 pm-11:45 am

3 stops32h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

3:05 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$721

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 10/29

12:05 am-2:05 pm

2 stops23h 00m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

5:30 pm-12:30 am

3 stops21h 00m

$725

HelsinkiLas Vegas

HEL - LAS

HELLAS

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 10/23

7:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/5

10:05 am-4:30 pm

2 stops20h 25m

$755

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Best time to book a flight from Helsinki to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Helsinki to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to California (average of $246). Flying from Helsinki to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Helsinki to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from Helsinki to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, and American Airlines from Helsinki to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,484 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,407 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,361 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,323 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Helsinki to California?

    Located just 10.6 mi from the city center, Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Helsinki.

  • How popular is this Helsinki to California flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Helsinki-Vantaa to California.

  • How long is the flight from Helsinki to California?

    A quick flight from Helsinki to California can take about 15h. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $942. The distance from Helsinki to California is about 5655 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Helsinki to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $601 on WestJet. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Finnair from $660 and Delta from $825 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Helsinki to California?

    While some choose either Helsinki-Vantaa - Sacramento Intl or Helsinki-Vantaa - San Francisco, Helsinki-Vantaa - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Helsinki to California.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Helsinki to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Helsinki to California consider choosing American Airlines (70%), Alaska Airlines (70%) or Finnair (70%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Helsinki to California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $859. While the most popular route (Helsinki-Vantaa - Los Angeles) can be booked for $649 on average, our data indicates $1,056 when flying from Helsinki to California.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Helsinki to California 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 California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to California (average of $246). Flying from Helsinki to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 7 airlines flying from Helsinki to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Helsinki to California. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$585Average$831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$636Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$654Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$674Average$864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$752Average$936FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$770Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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