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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Helsinki:

• Earliest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 7:10 am
• Latest: departs at 10:25 pm and lands at 7:10 am.

The flight takes about 8h 45m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Helsinki:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Helsinki takes 8h 45m, covering 4,419 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Helsinki range from $662 to $1,096, with an average of $857 over the past 12 months. Anything below $662 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $857 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $653 round-trip via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH), compared to $1,052 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $75–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

One-way fares from Chicago to Helsinki are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $900, which is 38% above the typical average for this route.

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

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

Flights from Chicago to Helsinki may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa (HEL).

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

• Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) - 49% of one-stop connections
• Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH) - 32% of one-stop connections
• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Frankfurt am Main (FRA) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Chicago to Helsinki. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $783 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $1,103, a difference of $320.

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

Only Finnair operates flights between Chicago and Helsinki.

Flying via Reykjavik Keflavik Intl (KEF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 09m, compared with 13h 45m via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and 13h 47m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

Helsinki is 7 hours ahead of Chicago (Eastern European Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Helsinki flights:

• Finnair: offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Finnair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• British Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Travelers should opt for O'Hare Airport, which has numerous parking options. The main parking lots, A, B, and C, offer short-term parking services. Lots E and G provide long-term parking while those with international flights have to park at the D lot.

Yes. Midway Airport has an interfaith chapel on the mezzanine level of Concourse C. Passengers can access the chapel for rosaries, prayer mats and books. It has private and quiet prayer rooms open for travelers who want to meditate, reflect or conduct a mass before their flights.

The Art Port hosts a number of art installations at the Helsinki Airport. There is the Design Gallery at Gate 11 hosting a Sit-Down and Seize The Moment exhibition, and a photo gallery at Gate 26. Moreover, passengers landing at Helsinki Airport can admire Finnish art as they wait for their luggage at the baggage claim.

Helsinki Airport hosts three lounges, Finnair Lounge on the Schengen side of the airport, Finnair Platinum Wing Lounge and Finnair Business Lounge on the non-Schengen side of the airport. You can catch up with your work at Finnair Business Lounge or shower and relax at the Finnair Platinum Wing lounge.