Journey information
Overview: Helsinki to Cologne flight
Distance 1179 miles (1899 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€83) |
Flights per day 100 |
Direct flights 2 |
Fastest flight 3h 5m |
Cheapest month to travel March |
First flight 00:20 |
Last flight 23:50 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Helsinki to Cologne start from as low as $101 (€83) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $194 (€158) depending on the train type and class.
The cheapest and fastest flights from Helsinki to Cologne
Cheapest price
$134
Average price
$201
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
10 h 38 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1899 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Helsinki to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Cologne will cost around $201 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $134.
Of the 2 flights that leave Helsinki for Cologne onThu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct flights cover the 1899 km distance in an average of 10 h 38 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the longest flights will take 15 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Helsinki to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €134, and a flight costs an average of €83.
Distance: 1179 miles (1899 km)
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Most popular Flight | Bus |
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€158 Average price | €155 Average price Cheapest |
7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 51h 4m Average total duration 50h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Helsinki to Cologne flight times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Cologne flights for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:40 PM Helsinki | 15h30 | 6:10 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:40 PM Helsinki | 13h25 | 6:05 AM Cologne | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Helsinki to Cologne Flight

- Karneval der Kulturen, a vibrant festival celebrating cultural diversity with parades, music, and dance
- Cologne Christmas Market, a magical holiday market featuring festive stalls, local crafts, and seasonal treats
- Art Cologne, one of the oldest art fairs in the world showcasing contemporary art from renowned galleries.
- Easter, vibrant celebrations and beautiful spring weather
- Ferragosto, lively summer festivities and beach culture
- Immaculate Conception, local traditions and festive atmosphere.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from Helsinki to Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in both terminals, main shops include duty-free and Finnish design stores.
- Parking available with options for short-term and long-term parking, approximately 1€ per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, toilets.
- Available throughout the airport, including accessible facilities.
- Yes
- Several lounges available, including Finnair Lounge and Aspire Lounge.
- Located in Terminal 2, near the arrivals area.
- Buses: 415, 615, 617
- Train: I, P
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