Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport is 3 hours. Venice's timezone is UTC+1, making Venice 1 hour behind Helsinki.
For the earliest departure, catch the 05:45 flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport. If you prefer to jet off later, the latest flight departs at 20:05. With 25 flights each week from HEL to VCE, you can pick the timing that suits you best.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Venice (and seeing more of Italy!) is a breeze with Finnair. This popular carrier runs direct flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. The top stopovers on the HEL - VCE route include:
Copenhagen Airport
Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Frederic Chopin Airport
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter Italy. Visa requirements vary and travel documentation requirements change frequently. Before locking in your cheap ticket from HEL to VCE, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport is R 756. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,565. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HEL to VCE.
The cheapest month for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from HEL to VCE. There's no need to check every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.
Use filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
Travelling from central Helsinki to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport takes approximately 44 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 29 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near HEL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near VCE:
Getting from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to central Venice
From Venice Marco Polo Airport, Venice is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 18 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes around 46 minutes.
When to fly to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
The quietest month for a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Venice based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Venice is August, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to VCE in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 10ºC then.
More about Venice
Once you've locked in your flights from HEL to VCE, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Venice. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. St. Mark's Square, Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace are major attractions which should feature on any good Venice itinerary.
If you want extra flexibility and choice when planning your trip, consider flying in or out of Treviso Airport (TSF). This international airport is another popular option for travelling to and from Venice.
Complete your Venice trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Venice Marco Polo Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Venice.
