How to travel from Manchester to Helsinki

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Compare bus and flight for Manchester to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $227 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $227, while a flight costs an average of $292.

Distance: 1115 miles (1796 km)

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$292

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5h 36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Helsinki is a bus with an average price of $227 (€184).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Helsinki:

A bus is $64 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Helsinki costing on average $292 (€236).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Bus takes on average 55h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Manchester and Helsinki including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Manchester to Helsinki among Omio's users.

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from Manchester to Helsinki

How to get from Manchester to Helsinki by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Manchester to Helsinki is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM61h31
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    3:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    $2001One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM61h31
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    3:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    $2001One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FinnairAY1362
    10:05 AM2h45
    Manchester Airport
    2:50 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $3151One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:59 PM62h11
    Manchester, Shudehill Interchange
    4:10 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    $2001One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:35 PM66h55
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    3:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    $2171One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:35 PM67h35
    Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East
    4:10 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    $2171One-way
    3 transfers
  • Air BalticLH2466+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4089
    5:55 PM5h40
    Manchester Airport
    1:35 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $2381One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4211 · LH4120
    11:10 AM11h20
    Manchester Airport
    12:30 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $2611One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84470 · D82603
    8:25 PM11h05
    Manchester Airport
    9:30 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $2741One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Manchester to Helsinki

Travel to Helsinki easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester to Helsinki.

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There are 2 options to travel between Manchester and Helsinki including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Manchester to Helsinki is a bus with an average price of $227 (€184).

This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Helsinki:

A bus is $64 (€52) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Manchester to Helsinki costing on average $292 (€236).

The fastest way to travel from Manchester to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 36m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Bus takes on average 55h 20m.

The distance from Manchester to Helsinki is approximately 1115 miles (1796 km).
The average frequency per day from Manchester to Helsinki is:
  • Around 81 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Manchester and Helsinki as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Manchester to Helsinki:
  • Flights mostly depart from Manchester Airport and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arrive in Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Manchester to Helsinki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Helsinki by bus.
  • Travel with Finnair, KLM, Sas Airways, Lufthansa to go to Helsinki by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Manchester to Helsinki often also extend their vacation to go to Tallinn, Rovaniemi, Saint-Petersburg, Stockholm, Turku. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Helsinki and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Helsinki to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Helsinki, explore the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum to see traditional Finnish wooden buildings, visit the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, and wander through the vibrant Design District. Relax in Esplanadi Park or enjoy a Finnish sauna at Löyly. Discover Suomenlinna's historical sea fortress, admire the architecture of Helsinki Cathedral, and visit the unique Temppeliaukio Church. Don't miss the lively Market Square and contemporary art at Kiasma.
Three to four days in Helsinki is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, experience the local culture, and enjoy the vibrant dining and shopping scenes.

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