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$229+ Cheap flights from California to Helsinki (HEL)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HEL
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Helsinki

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Helsinki flight deals. Data was last updated January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$413
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$731

Good round-trip deal

$739 or less

Good one-way deal

$444 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Helsinki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:40 pm
SAN
-
HEL
1 stop17h 20m
Finnair
Tue 5/124:25 pm
HEL
-
SAN
1 stop16h 51m
Finnair
Deal found 1/13$413
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/910:51 am
SAN
-
HEL
2 stops24h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/2412:30 pm
HEL
-
SAN
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$421
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/166:00 am
RNO
-
HEL
2 stops31h 00m
Finnair
Tue 3/1712:30 pm
HEL
-
RNO
1 stop17h 34m
Finnair
Deal found 1/15$430
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 5/44:41 pm
SAN
-
HEL
2 stops18h 19m
British Airways
Tue 5/123:35 pm
HEL
-
SAN
2 stops33h 20m
British Airways
Deal found 1/13$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/83:20 pm
LAS
-
HEL
1 stop14h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 2/2412:30 pm
HEL
-
LAS
1 stop19h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$434
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/1611:52 pm
RNO
-
HEL
1 stop24h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1712:30 pm
HEL
-
RNO
1 stop17h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$434
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Mon 2/910:51 am
SAN
-
HEL
2 stops24h 19m
Finnair
Tue 2/247:35 pm
HEL
-
SAN
2 stops32h 48m
Finnair
Deal found 1/13$440
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/1111:08 am
SAN
-
HEL
2 stops28h 12m
Lufthansa
Thu 2/267:35 pm
HEL
-
SAN
1 stop30h 10m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/14$444
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/67:40 pm
SAN
-
HEL
2 stops29h 40m
British Airways
Mon 4/277:30 pm
HEL
-
SAN
1 stop29h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 1/14$446
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Wed 2/116:00 pm
SAN
-
HEL
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/2612:30 pm
HEL
-
SAN
1 stop15h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$449
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/57:00 am
LAS
-
HEL
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 3/1812:45 pm
HEL
-
LAS
1 stop18h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/15$459
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/211:59 pm
LAS
-
HEL
1 stop24h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/912:30 pm
HEL
-
LAS
1 stop19h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$464

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Helsinki 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Helsinki that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Helsinki

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoHelsinki

SAN - HEL

SANHEL

San Diego

Mon 2/9

10:51 am-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 19m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/24

12:30 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$421

RenoHelsinki

RNO - HEL

RNOHEL

Reno

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-11:00 pm

2 stops31h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 3/17

12:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$430

Las VegasHelsinki

LAS - HEL

LASHEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 2/8

3:20 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/24

12:30 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop19h 41m

$434

San DiegoHelsinki

SAN - HEL

SANHEL

San Diego

Mon 5/4

7:40 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 5/12

3:35 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops33h 20m

$434

RenoHelsinki

RNO - HEL

RNOHEL

Reno

Mon 2/16

11:52 pm-10:45 am

1 stop24h 53m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 3/17

12:30 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$434

San DiegoHelsinki

SAN - HEL

SANHEL

San Diego

Mon 2/9

10:51 am-9:10 pm

2 stops24h 19m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/24

7:35 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$440

San DiegoHelsinki

SAN - HEL

SANHEL

San Diego

Wed 2/11

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop18h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 2/26

7:35 pm-6:23 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$453

Las VegasHelsinki

LAS - HEL

LASHEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/5

7:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop17h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 3/18

12:45 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$459

San DiegoHelsinki

SAN - HEL

SANHEL

San Diego

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-3:45 pm

2 stops22h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 4/30

6:10 am-8:47 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$461

Las VegasHelsinki

LAS - HEL

LASHEL

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/2

11:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop24h 46m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 3/9

12:30 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop19h 31m

$464

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Helsinki (average of $460). Flying from California to Helsinki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Helsinki. 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 into for flights to Helsinki from California?

    Most people fly into Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL) if they book a flight to Helsinki from California. Helsinki-Vantaa is conveniently located just 10.6 mi from Helsinki’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Helsinki flight route?

    Flights from California to Helsinki-Vantaa have been viewed 20 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from California to Helsinki?

    Airlines like Finnair, American Airlines, and British Airways fly from California to Helsinki in about 14h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 17h. The distance between California and Helsinki is about 5399 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 California to Helsinki one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $286. However, be on the lookout for offers from Finnair and Iberia, as they are both options that can get you from California to Helsinki for a low price.

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

    The most popular route from California to Helsinki is Los Angeles - Helsinki-Vantaa. You may also consider San Francisco - Helsinki-Vantaa or Ontario - Helsinki-Vantaa.

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

    Before booking your flight to Helsinki from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (32%), Alaska Airlines (32%), Finnair( 32%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Helsinki?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $374. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Helsinki-Vantaa) can be booked for $577 on average, our data indicates $1,748 when flying from California to Helsinki.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Helsinki (average of $460). Flying from California to Helsinki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $898). 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 California to Helsinki

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Helsinki. 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest$405Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$473Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$481Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$481Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$483Average$956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$496Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$527Average$988FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$538Average$960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$614Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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