Statistics on Melbourne-Helsinki flights: what is the right price and when to buy your plane ticket?
Best time to go: what is the RIGHT price for a round-trip flight to Helsinki (from: Melbourne)
The average price to go to Helsinki from Melbourne airport is $ 1596 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1331 (in november) and $ 1856 (in december), which is a saving of $ 265 or a surplus of $ 261 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1001 to $1054 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a tuesday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Helsinki before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Melbourne-Helsinki plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 24506 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Helsinki from Melbourne and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1331, saving $ 265 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1596). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1856).
Flight Melbourne-Helsinki: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1389 | $ 1801 | high price |
| February | $ 1044 | $ 1586 | fair price |
| March | $ 1010 | $ 1396 | good price |
| April | $ 1099 | $ 1488 | fair price |
| May | $ 1041 | $ 1559 | fair price |
| June | $ 1147 | $ 1524 | fair price |
| July | $ 1330 | $ 1731 | fair price |
| August | $ 1196 | $ 1552 | fair price |
| September | $ 1202 | $ 1688 | fair price |
| October | $ 1078 | $ 1633 | fair price |
| November | $ 1012 | $ 1331 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 1387 | $ 1856 the most expensive | very high price |
*great price to buy your plane ticket: if you see this price or cheaper during your flight search, go for it and buy it!
Price breakdown to travel from Melbourne to Helsinki
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Melbourne to Helsinki range from $790 to $3425. 1% of tickets were purchased at the minimum price (from $791 to $843), 1% at the maximum price (from $3372 to $3425). The majority of plane tickets were purchased in the range of $1054 to $1107 (7% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Melbourne->Helsinki flight
There are 15 companies that serve Melbourne from Helsinki airport: Qatar Airways, Finnair, Qantas, Japan Airlines, Jetstar, China Eastern, Thai Airways, Scoot, Cathay Pacific, China Southern, Etihad Airways, Air China, Air France, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 24506 flights analyzed in previous years, Qatar Airways was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (18% of the time) on the Melbourne->Helsinki route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Melbourne-Helsinki flights departing on a wednesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a wednesday as your departure date, you can save an average of $76. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $135.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Helsinki to Melbourne departing on a tuesday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a tuesday for your return date, you will save an average of $104. Conversely, departing from Helsinki on a friday may cost you an additional $166.
Top prices Melbourne-Helsinki
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 21-11 to 28-11-2024 | $ 1054 | layover flight with Qantas |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 01-02 to 27-02-2025 | $ 1070 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 11-02 to 27-02-2025 | $ 922 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 17-02 to 24-02-2025 | $ 898 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 04-05 to 18-05-2025 | $ 1036 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 05-05 to 26-05-2025 | $ 1067 | layover flight with Turkish Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 16-05 to 23-05-2025 | $ 1032 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 19-05 to 26-05-2025 | $ 1033 | layover flight with Jetstar |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 01-08 to 15-08-2025 | $ 1039 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Melbourne → Helsinki | 08-08 to 22-08-2025 | $ 1055 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
When to book your flight Melbourne - Helsinki to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 7 to 8 months in advance. However, you may end up paying a high price if you book between 11 to 12 months in advance.
Did you know: the price of plane tickets not only varies depending on how far in advance you book, but also on the day of the week you book! So, to maximize your chances of getting the best price for a Melbourne-Helsinki flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a thursday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Melbourne to Helsinki, it is recommended to buy it 7 to 8 months before departure (it is then on average 1547 $, which is a saving of 49 $ compared to the overall average price). On the other hand, if you buy your ticket 11 to 12 months in advance, you will pay the full price (527 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Melbourne to Helsinki flight ticket may vary depending on your departure month. Therefore, we offer you statistics on when to book your flight month by month.
| Departure on... | How far in advance should I book? |
|---|---|
| January | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1607 $) Other interesting period(s): 5 to 6 months ($ 1733), 6 to 7 months ($ 1649), 8 to 9 months ($ 1759) |
| February | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1445 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1532), 2 to 3 months ($ 1457), 4 to 5 months ($ 1521), 5 to 6 months ($ 1575) |
| March | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1215 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1375), 1 to 2 months ($ 1358), 2 to 3 months ($ 1316), 3 to 4 months ($ 1384), 4 to 5 months ($ 1292) |
| April | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1277 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1418), 1 to 2 months ($ 1477), 3 to 4 months ($ 1459), 7 to 8 months ($ 1362) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1334 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1408), 1 to 2 months ($ 1425), 6 to 7 months ($ 1487), 8 to 9 months ($ 1457) |
| June | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1296 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1443), 2 to 3 months ($ 1419), 3 to 4 months ($ 1504), 5 to 6 months ($ 1440), 7 to 8 months ($ 1389) |
| July | Best time: 7 to 8 months before departure (average price: 1412 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1664), 4 to 5 months ($ 1705), 6 to 7 months ($ 1591), 10 to 11 months ($ 1661) |
| August | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1332 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1426), 2 to 3 months ($ 1412), 3 to 4 months ($ 1547), 4 to 5 months ($ 1459), 5 to 6 months ($ 1552), 6 to 7 months ($ 1535), 7 to 8 months ($ 1396) |
| September | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1540 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1582), 3 to 4 months ($ 1638), 4 to 5 months ($ 1619), 5 to 6 months ($ 1575), 8 to 9 months ($ 1634), 9 to 10 months ($ 1646) |
| October | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1417 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1490), 2 to 3 months ($ 1516), 4 to 5 months ($ 1608), 6 to 7 months ($ 1590), 9 to 10 months ($ 1521), 10 to 11 months ($ 1453) |
| November | Best time: 1 to 2 months before departure (average price: 1201 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1310), 2 to 3 months ($ 1215), 3 to 4 months ($ 1270), 5 to 6 months ($ 1320), 6 to 7 months ($ 1236) |
| December | Best time: 4 to 5 months before departure (average price: 1635 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1643), 5 to 6 months ($ 1698), 6 to 7 months ($ 1774), 7 to 8 months ($ 1676), 8 to 9 months ($ 1735), 9 to 10 months ($ 1728), 10 to 11 months ($ 1757), 11 to 12 months ($ 1806) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, thursday is the day when plane tickets for Melbourne->Helsinki are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a thursday, you will save $56. Conversely, by buying it on a saturday, you may end up paying $61 more.
Melbourne to Helsinki: flight price when booking today
Information: this data is not statistics but comes from real prices collected less than 7 days ago. Some months may not be available as we do not have enough data for them.
| Month | Current price | Our opinion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 2024 | $ 2652 $1155 to $6962 | very high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1868 $1412 to $3766 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1396 $898 to $3196 | very good price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1124 $1068 to $1190 | very good price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 3334 $3334 to $3334 | very high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1972 $1021 to $3514 | very high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 2684 $1089 to $8526 | very high price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1243 $1106 to $1367 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1086 $1039 to $1153 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 2109 $1235 to $2981 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 1970 $1247 to $3414 | high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, february, march, july and august are cheaper to travel to Helsinki. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!