Travelling from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Fort Lauderdale: what you need to know
The timezone in Fort Lauderdale is UTC-4. The city is six hours behind Helsinki, where Helsinki-Vantaa Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your HEL to Fort Lauderdale flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from HEL to Fort Lauderdale with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
HEL is around 16 kilometres from central Helsinki. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near HEL:
60.23% of flights departing from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Fort Lauderdale
P43,893 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale flight. A return ticket right now is P43,495. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from HEL to Fort Lauderdale. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from HEL to Fort Lauderdale.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'
Airports in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The distance from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to central Fort Lauderdale is roughly 8 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FLL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Renta Florida, OtoQ or Thrifty and explore beyond Fort Lauderdale's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from HEL to Fort Lauderdale can help you lock in the best possible rate.
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
Best time to go to Fort Lauderdale
Before booking your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Fort Lauderdale offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Fort Lauderdale is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to Fort Lauderdale in January when temperatures average between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Fort Lauderdale
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Fort Lauderdale right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Fort Lauderdale:
Bonnet House Museum and Gardens and Coconut Grove Residences on Fort Lauderdale Beach are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Fort Lauderdale itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Jungle Queen Riverboat.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Fort Lauderdale, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel around 499 kilometres north to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 306 kilometres north-west of Fort Lauderdale, Tampa is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Ybor City Tattoo Company, Tampa Riverwalk and The Florida Aquarium.