CPT - HEL

$797 Find Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Helsinki - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 25% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$797
Typical prices: $784-$1,132
Turkish Airlines
Fri 1/26Wed 1/31
CPT - HEL • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cape Town and Helsinki. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 20% price drop
June
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Cheapest • Avg $859 (round-trip)
London Heathrow (LHR)
Shortest trip • 16h 59m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to Helsinki!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Helsinki (CPT-HEL)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Helsinki

Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 11:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
34h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$797Turkish Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Mon, Jan 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 6:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$801Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 6:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 15m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$804Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 11:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
34h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$807Turkish Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sun, Jan 31
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:55 am - 11:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
34h 05m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$827Turkish Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Jan 11
Turkish Airlines Logo
5:15 pm - 11:00 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 45m1 stop Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:55 am - 11:00 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
35h 05m1 stop Istanbul
$831Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 12:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 5:20 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
$869British Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 12:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 5:20 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
$874British Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 12:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 5:20 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
$877British Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
British Airways Logo
6:55 pm - 12:20 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-HEL Helsinki-Vantaa
17h 25m1 stop London Heathrow
British Airways Logo
4:00 pm - 5:20 pmHEL  Helsinki-Vantaa-CPT Cape Town Intl
25h 20m2 stops London Heathrow Johannesburg OR Tambo
$880British Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Helsinki flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Helsinki typically range from $784 to $1,132. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $797, on Turkish Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki. It’s 19% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki at $748 round-trip.
•March ($1,273) and January ($1,154) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Find deals

Key details for Cape Town to Helsinki flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$797
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 42% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Cape Town to Helsinki

When to book flights from Cape Town to Helsinki

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Helsinki based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Cape Town to Helsinki flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Helsinki:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Helsinki takes 00m, covering 6,520 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Helsinki flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Helsinki range from $784 to $1,132, with an average of $934 over the past 12 months. Anything below $784 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Helsinki changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $797 to $5,628. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)?

    Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $51 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • ADDCAR RENTAL
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Europcar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    Flights from Cape Town to Helsinki usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Helsinki pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Helsinki most commonly connect through:

    • Istanbul (IST) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Cape Town to Helsinki. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $765 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,140, a difference of $375.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Cape Town to Helsinki?

    Flying via London Heathrow (LHR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 59m, compared with 17h 32m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 18h 24m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS).

  • What popular places can I visit in Helsinki?

    Some of the most popular sights in Helsinki are Helsinki Central Station Square, Helsingin päärautatieasema and Esplanadi park. These are among the most viewed places in Helsinki on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Helsinki flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average $765, about $375 less than Saturday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Helsinki trip for November. Fares historically average $748 round-trip in that month - typically $525 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Cape Town to Helsinki

Complete your trip to Helsinki with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in Helsinki
Hotels in Helsinki
Vacations in Helsinki