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$287+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Finland

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 3/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HEL
Dec 17 — Dec 241
Wed 12/17
Wed 12/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Finland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Finland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 17, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/116:15 amHEL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$489
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/87:00 amSFO - RVN
2 stops22h 45mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/137:45 pmRVN - SFO
1 stop28h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$489
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/136:30 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops30h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$497
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:05 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops51h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 12/116:15 amHEL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$501
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:05 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops51h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/136:30 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops30h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$508
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/77:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 12/146:15 amHEL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$519
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:25 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops21h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/136:30 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops30h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$527
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Mon 11/246:50 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop20h 30mLufthansa
Tue 12/27:35 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop29h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 11/17$528
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:05 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops51h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 12/109:00 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop27h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/16$531
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Fri 12/54:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/136:30 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops30h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/17$540
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:40 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops17h 40mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 12/86:15 amHEL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/17$542
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Fri 11/287:30 amSFO - HEL
2 stops25h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/156:55 amHEL - SFO
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$545

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Finland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Finland flight deals. Data was last updated November 17, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$459
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$287
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$697
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Finland 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 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Finland that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

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Finland

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

4:03 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops18h 17m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/10

8:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops51h 40m

$476

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

4:02 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops18h 18m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 2/16

6:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$490

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

7:10 am-3:25 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 2/22

9:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$490

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Thu 2/12

4:40 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops21h 05m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 2/23

7:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$513

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

1:08 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops21h 12m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 3/9

4:05 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$520

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Fri 12/5

4:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sat 12/13

6:30 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops30h 05m

$540

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Sat 12/6

4:40 pm-1:35 am

1 stop22h 55m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 12/11

6:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$540

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

4:40 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops35h 15m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$543

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

1:30 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 12/15

6:55 am-12:40 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$545

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

1:30 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/17

7:05 am-3:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$547

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Finland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Finland from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Finland

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Finland?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Finland (average of $486). Flying from San Francisco to Finland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 SFO to FI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Finland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 17, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from San Francisco to Finland by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Finland?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Finland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Finland flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Finland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Finland. 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 Finland. Reviews last updated November 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines from San Francisco to Finland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.
Scandinavian Airlines
7.4
Good
1,582 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,576 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Overall

7.6

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Sep 2025

WAW - HEL

My flight to Europe was cancelled and rebooked. Bags got lost by FinnAir. Flight back home from Europe was cancelled the very next day after we landed. Zero compensation for these back to back cancellations on the exact same trip. Kayak doesn’t help with flight cancellation before trips says to contact trip protection only for trip protection to say it’s up to kayak. Don’t fly FinnAir.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Finland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Finland?

    If you book a flight to Finland from San Francisco, you will be flying from San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Finland?

    For as low as $476, Scandinavian Airlines can have you in Finland from San Francisco in 18h 17m. The distance between San Francisco and Finland is about 5417 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Finland one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $287 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $300 and Finnair from $448 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to Finland?

    When deciding which route to take from San Francisco to Finland consider San Francisco - Helsinki-Vantaa, San Francisco - Rovaniemi or San Francisco - Jyvaskyla as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Finland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Finland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Finland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Finland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Finland 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 San Francisco to Finland?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Finland (average of $486). Flying from San Francisco to Finland in June is currently the most expensive (average of $934). 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 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Finland

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Finland. 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 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$499Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$566Average$943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$569Average$872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$578Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$580Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$580Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$623Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$685Average$1,012FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$705Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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