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Cheapest round-trip
$161
Typical prices: $625-$905
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 9/10Thu 9/24
ORD - HEL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$301
Iberia
Thu 9/10Thu 9/24
ORD - HEL • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $601 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 12h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Helsinki (CHI-HEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Helsinki that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Helsinki

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
Scandinavian Airlines Logo
7:15 pm - 1:30 am
ORD
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HEL
22h 15m
1 stop
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11:15 am - 4:10 pm
HEL
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ORD
12h 55m
1 stop
$161Scandinavian Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
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7:15 pm - 8:25 pm
ORD
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HEL
17h 10m
1 stop
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6:10 am - 4:10 pm
HEL
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ORD
18h 00m
1 stop
$244Scandinavian Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
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9:30 pm - 2:15 pm
ORD
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HEL
8h 45mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 5:50 pm
HEL
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ORD
9h 25mnonstop
$301Iberia
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
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9:30 pm - 2:15 pm
ORD
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HEL
8h 45mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 5:50 pm
HEL
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ORD
9h 25mnonstop
$324Iberia
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
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9:30 pm - 2:15 pm
ORD
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HEL
8h 45mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 12:25 pm
HEL
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ORD
30h 20m
1 stop
$594British Airways
Fri, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 25
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9:30 pm - 2:15 pm
ORD
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HEL
8h 45mnonstop
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7:45 am - 7:15 pm
HEL
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ORD
19h 30m
1 stop
$595Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 19
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6:30 pm - 1:00 pm
ORD
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HEL
10h 30m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 5:20 pm
HEL
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ORD
11h 20m
1 stop
$666Icelandair
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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6:30 pm - 1:00 pm
ORD
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HEL
10h 30m
1 stop
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2:00 pm - 5:20 pm
HEL
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ORD
11h 20m
1 stop
$666Icelandair
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
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9:30 pm - 2:15 pm
ORD
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HEL
8h 45mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 5:50 pm
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ORD
9h 25mnonstop
$798Finnair
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 24
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4:01 pm - 2:00 pm
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HEL
13h 59m
1 stop
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4:25 pm - 5:50 pm
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ORD
9h 25mnonstop
$804Finnair
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Helsinki flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago to Helsinki to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chicago to Helsinki departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Helsinki from Chicago usually cost between $618 and $923 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $161 on Scandinavian Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 24).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Helsinki flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Helsinki costs $610 on the route between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Helsinki (HEL). It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Helsinki?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago to Helsinki clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chicago to Helsinki, look for departures on Sundays and avoid leaving on a Friday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Helsinki, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Thursday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Helsinki?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Helsinki, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chicago to Helsinki is February, where tickets cost $461 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,202 and $1,082 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago to Helsinki?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago to Helsinki, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chicago to Helsinki, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Helsinki

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$161
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 47% increase in price.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Helsinki

When to book flights from Chicago to Helsinki

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

  • Which airport in Chicago offers convenient parking services?

    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.

  • Does Chicago have an airport with religious facilities?

    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.

  • What are the attractions at the Helsinki Airport?

    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.

  • Which lounges are available at Helsinki Airport?

    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.

  • How many flights are there between Chicago and Helsinki per day?

    There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Chicago and lands in Helsinki, with an average flight time of 8h 45m. The most common departure time is 9:00 pm and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 5 flights.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Helsinki?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Helsinki was $338 for a one-way ticket and $161 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Helsinki?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chicago and on arrival in Helsinki.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Helsinki?

    When flying out of Chicago you will be using one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl. You will be landing at Helsinki-Vantaa.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chicago to Helsinki?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, British Airways, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chicago to Helsinki flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Helsinki?

    The Airbus A330-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Helsinki flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Helsinki?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Chicago and Helsinki, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chicago to Helsinki?

    There are nonstop flights from Chicago to Helsinki on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Helsinki, Finnair or Scandinavian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Helsinki are Finnair and Scandinavian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $1,062 and an overall rating of 7.6, Finnair is the most popular choice. Scandinavian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $503 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Helsinki?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chicago to Helsinki.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chicago to Helsinki?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Helsinki from Chicago is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chicago to Helsinki?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Helsinki with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chicago to Helsinki?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Helsinki from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Helsinki

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $406 or less one-way and $790 or less round-trip.
  • Chicago is served by three main airports: Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). O'Hare to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) route is ideal for corporate travelers. The Hilton Airport Hotel is an on-site hotel at O'Hare Airport with a business center and meeting facilities. The airlines have VIP lounges featuring meeting rooms accessible by business travelers.
  • Disabled travelers will be glad to fly through Midway Airport, which has special facilities for the disabled such as elevators with raised letters and Braille that offer convenient access to all the airport's levels. The airport has wheelchair-accessible telephones and offers a wheelchair escort service. Wide aisles and restrooms featuring toilets with grab rails are also available.
  • Travelers who want to leave their pets with a safe caretaker while they travel will be glad to fly through Greater Rockford Airport. The Airport Pet Lodge off Airport Drive offers boarding and grooming services to travelers' pets. You can leave your pet at this facility in the airport to enjoy a stimulating environment with human care and other furry friends.
  • Helsinki Airport offers convenient ground transportation to its arriving travelers. You can go by taxi, bus, shuttle or limousine. Shuttle services offer free transportation to nearby hotels; so definitely opt for shuttle services if you have booked a nearby hotel. Taxis are suitable for those who want to get downtown and are found outside the arrivals halls of both terminals.
  • Helsinki Airport is an ideal destination airport for family travelers because it has incredible family-friendly facilities. The airport's restaurants and cafes offer meals suitable for children, but remember to contact the restaurants and cafes to make early arrangements. There are children’s play areas where kids can have fun and enjoy their stay at the airport before heading out.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago to Helsinki?

 
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Chicago to Helsinki-Vantaa

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Helsinki-Vantaa to Chicago

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