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$332+ Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) to California

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HEL — LAX
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Tue 9/2
Tue 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Helsinki to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$670
(Flightnetwork)

One-way from

$332
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$859

Good round-trip deal

$865 or less

Good one-way deal

$835 or less
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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 August 28, 2025.

This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Ticket is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:25 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop27h 20mAir France
Tue 10/213:05 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop22h 15mAir France
Deal found 8/26$640
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/61:55 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops20h 10mDelta
Tue 10/2111:25 amSFO - HEL
2 stops19h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/26$660
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Sun 11/25:05 pmHEL - LAX
2 stops33h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 11/167:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop20h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/27$670
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 11/2011:20 amHEL - LAX
1 stop15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/87:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop20h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/28$673
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:15 amHEL - LAX
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/22:21 pmLAX - HEL
2 stops46h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/26$676
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/184:00 pmHEL - LAX
Nonstop11h 05mFinnair
Thu 10/21:25 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop15h 50mFinnair
Deal found 8/28$680
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Thu 10/236:35 amHEL - SFO
1 stop19h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 11/64:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop12h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/28$680
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/239:00 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 12/74:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop12h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/28$681
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/44:00 pmHEL - LAX
Nonstop11h 05mFinnair
Mon 11/106:00 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop17h 10mFinnair
Deal found 8/25$686
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/196:35 amHEL - SFO
1 stop19h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/57:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop18h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/27$701
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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.
Thu 11/209:00 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/44:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop12h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 8/28$708
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 10/167:40 amHEL - LAS
1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/298:38 amLAS - HEL
3 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/27$712

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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 August 28, 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

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 10/6

6:25 pm-11:45 am

1 stop27h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

3:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$640

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 10/6

1:55 pm-12:05 am

2 stops20h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

11:25 am-4:40 pm

2 stops19h 15m

$660

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 11/23

6:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

7:30 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$670

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 11/2

5:05 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops33h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

7:30 pm-1:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

$670

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 11/25

6:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 12/8

7:30 pm-10:40 am

1 stop29h 10m

$673

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Fri 11/21

6:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles

Wed 12/10

7:30 pm-1:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

$673

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 11/23

11:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/9

7:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$673

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Fri 11/21

11:20 am-5:00 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

7:30 pm-1:35 am

1 stop20h 05m

$673

HelsinkiLas Vegas

HEL - LAS

HELLAS

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 10/16

7:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop18h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 10/29

8:38 am-1:35 am

3 stops31h 57m

$712

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

1:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop16h 45m

$729

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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 August 28, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Helsinki to California?

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 August 28, 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
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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
1,321 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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
1,481 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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
7,368 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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
7,316 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,321 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

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 20h 10m. Air France provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $660. The distance from Helsinki to California is about 5417 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either Helsinki-Vantaa - San Francisco or Helsinki-Vantaa - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, 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 (79%), Alaska Airlines (79%) or Finnair (79%) 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 $835. While the most popular route (Helsinki-Vantaa - Los Angeles) can be booked for $569 on average our data indicates $992 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 August 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$585Average$830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$636Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$654Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$674Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$752Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$770Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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