$479+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Helsinki (HEL)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — HEL
Nov 14 — Nov 211
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to HelsinkiExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 15, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 15, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:00 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Tue 12/19:00 pm -
2 stops35h 56m
Deal found 10/11![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$714
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/2611:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Thu 12/34:05 pm -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 10/12![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$726
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/267:32 am -
2 stops26h 48m
Sat 12/511:05 am -
3 stops21h 51m
Deal found 10/14![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$740
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1111:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Sat 11/144:05 pm -
2 stops40h 54m
Deal found 10/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$756
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:38 pm -
2 stops27h 57m
Tue 11/39:00 pm -
2 stops33h 35m
Deal found 10/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$764
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Mon 11/165:35 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Mon 11/307:30 pm -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 10/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$797
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1611:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Mon 11/304:05 pm -
2 stops40h 51m
Deal found 10/11![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$859
Best flights from San Diego to HelsinkiDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 2/2010:00 am -
3 stops27h 50m
Thu 3/46:15 am -
2 stops27h 30m
Deal found 10/12![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$720
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/206:50 am -
2 stops23h 50m
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1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 10/14![Delta logo]()
$830
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/165:35 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Mon 11/3012:35 pm -
1 stop37h 10m
Deal found 10/10![United Airlines logo]()
$878
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2010:00 am -
3 stops27h 50m
Sun 3/146:15 am -
2 stops26h 30m
Deal found 10/14![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$730
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/177:00 am -
2 stops17h 35m
Thu 1/217:00 am -
3 stops26h 03m
Deal found 10/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$741
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 11/1611:05 am -
2 stops19h 35m
Mon 11/302:05 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Deal found 10/10![Delta logo]()
$865
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 11/267:32 am -
2 stops26h 48m
Sat 12/511:05 am -
3 stops21h 51m
Deal found 10/11![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$741
Last-minute flights from San Diego to HelsinkiDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki. Data last updated October 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki. Data last updated October 15, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2612:38 pm -
2 stops27h 57m
Tue 11/39:00 pm -
2 stops33h 35m
Deal found 10/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$764
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/18:00 am -
2 stops31h 35m
Tue 12/19:00 pm -
2 stops35h 56m
Deal found 10/11![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$714
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1111:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Sat 11/144:05 pm -
2 stops40h 54m
Deal found 10/13![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$756
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Mon 11/165:35 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Mon 11/307:30 pm -
1 stop30h 15m
Deal found 10/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$797
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1611:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Mon 11/304:05 pm -
2 stops40h 51m
Deal found 10/11![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$859
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Thu 11/2611:05 am -
2 stops28h 30m
Thu 12/34:05 pm -
2 stops38h 40m
Deal found 10/12![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$726
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/267:32 am -
2 stops26h 48m
Sat 12/511:05 am -
3 stops21h 51m
Deal found 10/14![Scandinavian Airlines logo]()
$740
One-way flights from San Diego to HelsinkiSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Helsinki. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Helsinki. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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.
Sat 11/218:43 pm -
3 stops39h 42m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$479
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Sat 12/127:05 am -
2 stops19h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![Icelandair logo]()
$697
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/127:41 pm -
3 stops37h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![United Airlines logo]()
$768
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/125:35 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$799
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Sat 11/215:35 pm -
1 stop15h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/11![Lufthansa logo]()
$3,553
Find flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) to Helsinki (HEL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $713 (Scandinavian Airlines) |
One-way from | $479 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $1,078 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Helsinki that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 11/21
8:43 pm-10:25 pm
3 stops39h 42m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$479
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 12/12
7:05 am-1:00 pm
2 stops19h 55m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$697
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 2/20
10:00 am-11:50 pm
3 stops27h 50m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Thu 3/4
6:15 am-11:45 pm
2 stops27h 30m
$720
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 2/20
10:00 am-11:50 pm
3 stops27h 50m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sun 3/14
6:15 am-10:45 pm
2 stops26h 30m
$730
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sun 1/17
7:00 am-10:35 am
2 stops17h 35m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Thu 1/21
7:00 am-11:03 pm
3 stops26h 03m
$741
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Thu 11/26
7:32 am-8:20 pm
2 stops26h 48m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Sat 12/5
11:05 am-10:56 pm
3 stops21h 51m
$741
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 12/12
7:41 pm-6:45 pm
3 stops37h 04m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$768
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 12/12
5:35 pm-6:45 pm
1 stop15h 10m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$799
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Sat 2/20
6:50 am-4:40 pm
2 stops23h 50m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Thu 3/4
6:40 am-12:10 pm
1 stop15h 30m
$830
San DiegoHelsinki
SAN San Diego - HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
SANHEL
San Diego
Mon 11/16
11:05 am-4:40 pm
2 stops19h 35m
Helsinki-Vantaa
Mon 11/30
2:05 pm-12:10 pm
1 stop32h 05m
$865
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego to Helsinki
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to Helsinki in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Helsinki flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Helsinki flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Helsinki flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Helsinki flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Helsinki flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Helsinki
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Helsinki from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
SAN-HEL
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Helsinki
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Helsinki?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Helsinki (average of $530). Flying from San Diego to Helsinki in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,481). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Helsinki?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Helsinki flights typically cost between $541 and $1,159 in February.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $713 on Scandinavian Airlines (Feb 20-Mar 4).
Reviews of airlines servicing Helsinki
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Helsinki. 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 Helsinki. Reviews last updated October 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair,American Airlines, andLufthansa from San Diego to Helsinki by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
7.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
6.7
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGurinder,Aug 2026
BKK - HEL
Boarding
7.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
6.7
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGurinder,Aug 2026
BKK - HEL
Boarding
7.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
6.7
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGurinder,Aug 2026
BKK - HEL
Boarding
7.6
Entertainment
6.9
Food
6.7
Overall
7.6
Comfort
7.4
Crew
8.2
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodGurinder,Aug 2026
BKK - HEL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$482 | Average$563 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$507 | Average$561 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$716 | Average$934 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% |