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$381+ Cheap flights from Helsinki (HEL) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HEL — LAX
Dec 5 — Dec 121
Fri 12/5
Fri 12/12
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$678
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$381
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$735

Good round-trip deal

$923 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 November 5, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/117:40 amHEL - SFO
2 stops16h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/264:40 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$678
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1510:50 amHEL - LAX
2 stops42h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/227:10 pmLAX - HEL
2 stops18h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/4$697
This ResecentrumGruppen deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 ResecentrumGruppen is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/146:15 amHEL - LAX
1 stop20h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 12/307:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop29h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/5$698
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/2311:20 amHEL - LAX
1 stop15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 12/77:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop20h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/3$699
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2311:20 amHEL - LAX
1 stop15h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 1/107:30 pmLAX - HEL
1 stop20h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/2$724
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 12/114:10 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops32h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 12/264:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop32h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/5$753
This Travelis deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/2012:30 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop38h 15mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/36:50 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop37h 15mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 11/5$756
This Travelis deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/206:55 amHEL - SFO
1 stop15h 45mLufthansa
Wed 11/261:30 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/5$785
This Travelis deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 12/2512:45 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
Wed 12/312:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop24h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$801
This Ticket deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/201:55 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops37h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/261:30 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/5$811
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 11/207:00 amHEL - SFO
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Wed 12/37:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops23h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/5$815
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/2111:45 amHEL - SFO
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/77:25 pmSFO - HEL
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$825

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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 November 5, 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

Thu 12/11

7:40 am-2:35 pm

2 stops16h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

4:40 pm-9:25 am

2 stops30h 45m

$678

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 12/14

6:15 am-5:00 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/30

7:30 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 55m

$700

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 11/23

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 12/7

3:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$738

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

9:35 am-4:25 pm

2 stops20h 50m

$740

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 11/20

9:00 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop30h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/24

7:30 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$743

HelsinkiLos Angeles

HEL - LAX

HELLAX

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 11/18

4:40 pm-1:05 pm

3 stops30h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 11/25

5:30 pm-2:50 pm

3 stops35h 20m

$751

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 12/11

4:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 12/26

4:40 pm-10:40 am

1 stop32h 00m

$753

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 11/20

12:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop38h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

6:50 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop37h 15m

$756

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 12/25

12:45 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop16h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 12/31

2:40 pm-1:20 am

1 stop24h 40m

$801

HelsinkiSan Francisco

HEL - SFO

HELSFO

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$815

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to California (average of $565). Flying from Helsinki to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $741). 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 November 5, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Helsinki to California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 November 5, 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
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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
1,335 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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
1,560 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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
11,042 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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
7,555 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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
7,496 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,335 reviews

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Overall

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 14h 45m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $738. The distance from Helsinki to California is about 5597 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 $667 on Iberia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Icelandair from $908 and British Airways from $940 one-way.

  • 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 (88%), Alaska Airlines (88%) or Finnair (88%) 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 $887. While the most popular route (Helsinki-Vantaa - Los Angeles) can be booked for $598 on average, our data indicates $1,170 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.

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    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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Helsinki to California (average of $565). Flying from Helsinki to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $741). 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 November 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest$585Average$838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$659Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
DeltaCheapest$685Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$697Average$846FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$741Average$1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$752Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$770Average$881FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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