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$283+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — HEL
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Helsinki-Vantaa are usually found in October or November, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Helsinki

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Helsinki
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Helsinki. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:00 amSFO - HEL
2 stops21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2612:05 amHEL - SFO
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,550
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/299:40 pmSFO - HEL
1 stop28h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/51:55 pmHEL - SFO
2 stops39h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$1,714
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Fri 12/1910:12 amSFO - HEL
2 stops18h 33mFinnair
Fri 2/1312:30 pmHEL - SFO
1 stop17h 18mFinnair
Deal found 12/9$1,771
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1910:12 amSFO - HEL
2 stops18h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/136:50 amHEL - SFO
2 stops21h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/9$1,799
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/193:35 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops33h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 2/136:15 amHEL - SFO
1 stop18h 20mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,823
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:30 pmSFO - HEL
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/18:15 amHEL - SFO
2 stops22h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,860
This Scandinavian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Scandinavian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:26 pmSFO - HEL
3 stops22h 39mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 12/2711:00 amHEL - SFO
2 stops37h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/10$1,862

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Helsinki

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$452
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$283
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$975
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Helsinki that are best for you.

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San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

7:10 am-10:40 am

2 stops17h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Tue 2/10

8:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops51h 40m

$454

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

7:10 am-10:40 am

2 stops17h 30m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 2/1

3:35 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 00m

$455

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

1:35 pm-1:35 am

2 stops26h 00m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 2/22

4:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$479

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

7:10 am-1:35 am

2 stops32h 25m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 2/22

9:00 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$491

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

4:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 2/8

4:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop32h 30m

$503

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/16

4:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Sun 1/25

6:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$506

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Fri 1/9

4:40 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Mon 2/9

7:00 am-2:35 pm

2 stops17h 35m

$512

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

4:40 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop12h 45m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Thu 1/15

4:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$513

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

4:40 pm-10:30 am

2 stops31h 50m

Helsinki-Vantaa

Wed 3/4

4:10 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 25m

$513

San FranciscoHelsinki

SFO - HEL

SFOHEL

San Francisco

Sun 3/15

11:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$283

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Deals found on 12/11

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Helsinki in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Helsinki flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Helsinki flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Helsinki flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Helsinki flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Helsinki

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Helsinki from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Helsinki

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Helsinki?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Helsinki. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Helsinki is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Helsinki (average of $486). Flying from San Francisco to Helsinki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $941). 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 HEL?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Helsinki. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Helsinki is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Helsinki flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons 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 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 December 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Helsinki, such as Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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
1,605 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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
9,095 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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
11,048 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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
7,626 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,334 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

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 Helsinki. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Helsinki can take about 17h 30m. Scandinavian Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $454. San Francisco and Helsinki are separated by a distance of 5417 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Helsinki round-trip?

    Flying on Brussels Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Helsinki, with prices starting at $483. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $496 and $577, respectively. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $409 on Lufthansa. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $468 and United Airlines from $551 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Helsinki (average of $486). Flying from San Francisco to Helsinki in June is currently the most expensive (average of $941). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Helsinki

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$483Average$887FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$496Average$776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$577Average$905FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
FinnairCheapest$579Average$915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$580Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$615Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$623Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$685Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$705Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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