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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Helsinki.R 1,675 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from Lyon on Thu, 22 Jan, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,675, select.
Helsinki.R 1,797 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 May.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,797, select.
Helsinki.R 1,858 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Jun.One-way flight with easyJet.Outbound indirect flight with easyJet, departs from Lyon on Thu, 12 Jun, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,858, select.
Helsinki.R 2,286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Lyon on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,286, select.
Helsinki.R 2,307 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Sep.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Lyon on Tue, 2 Sep, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,307, select.
Helsinki.R 2,321 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,321, select.
Helsinki.R 2,726 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Apr.One-way flight with Volotea.Outbound indirect flight with Volotea, departs from Lyon on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in Helsinki Vantaa.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,726, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa flights are currently cheapest in January.
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Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Lyon to Helsinki below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Helsinki Vantaa.

Lyon to Helsinki: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 1,675
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa is R 3,625. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 3,625.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa.
The cheapest month to fly from Lyon to Helsinki Vantaa is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Lyon Airport to Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Lyon Airport and Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Helsinki Vantaa but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Helsinki is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Helsinki Vantaa.

Flying from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Helsinki is UTC+2, which is one hour ahead of Lyon.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LYS to HEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as September. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LYS and HEL include:

    • Copenhagen Airport

    • Vaclav Havel Airport Prague

    • Franz Josef Strauss Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • R 1,675 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Return flights start at R 3,625. These prices may change based on demand and availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LYS to HEL if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from LYS to HEL by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)

  • When it comes to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport's on-time performance, 69.6% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to LYS? If you're catching an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near HEL instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Alamo or addCar and explore beyond Helsinki's main sights.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to central Helsinki

  • Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Helsinki. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.

  • It takes around 45 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport. June is the most popular month to head to Helsinki. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in Helsinki is July, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Lock in your flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LYS to HEL in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of Finland

  • Helsinki has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Finland you should also see. About 16 kilometres west of Helsinki, a trip to Espoo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Kannusilta riverside walk, Leijonapuisto and Olarsängen.

  • Tampere is another well-known destination in Finland and is around 161 kilometres north-west of Helsinki. No journey is complete without seeing Tampere Cathedral, Pyynikki Observation Tower and Moomin Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Lyon to Helsinki

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