Statistics on Sydney-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: Sydney)
The average price to go to Helsinki from Sydney airport is $ 1540 (round trip). However, there are variations depending on the departure month. Thus, it is possible to pay for your plane ticket on average between $ 1283 (in november) and $ 1806 (in december), which is a saving of $ 258 or a surplus of $ 267 (compared to the average price) depending on the period you leave.
The analysis of all prices reveals that the most frequent price is between $1054 to $1107 and it is generally more economical to leave on a wednesday and return on a sunday on a flight with 1 or more layovers.
Be careful, the cheapest months may correspond to unfavorable weather periods . Check out our page best time to go to Helsinki before booking your flight.
If you want to know when to book your flight at the best price, go straight to the second part of this page: When to buy your Sydney-Helsinki plane ticket.
How are these data calculated?
We have studied a sample of 54384 airfare prices from previous years for flights to Helsinki from Sydney and can thus establish precise and credible price variation trends based on different parameters. Of course, prices can vary from year to year, but the seasonal aspect of this data (recurrence of school holidays, events... from year to year) makes these statistics quite reliable.
Average price depending on the departure month
Data analysis:
By leaving in november, the price of the plane ticket will statistically be the cheapest ($ 1283, saving $ 258 compared to the average price over the year which is $ 1540). Conversely, december will be the most expensive ($ 1806).
Flight Sydney-Helsinki: when is the best time to go for the best price?
| Month | Good price* | Average price | Our opinion |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | $ 1422 | $ 1782 | high price |
| February | $ 1069 | $ 1380 | good price |
| March | $ 1035 | $ 1334 | good price |
| April | $ 1191 | $ 1609 | fair price |
| May | $ 1003 | $ 1380 | good price |
| June | $ 1096 | $ 1411 | fair price |
| July | $ 1425 | $ 1709 | high price |
| August | $ 1198 | $ 1585 | fair price |
| September | $ 1157 | $ 1600 | fair price |
| October | $ 1129 | $ 1598 | fair price |
| November | $ 1008 | $ 1283 the cheapest | very good price |
| December | $ 1412 | $ 1806 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 Sydney to Helsinki
Data analysis:
The prices for flights from Sydney 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 $1107 to $1159 (7% of tickets).
Cheapest airlines for the Sydney->Helsinki flight
There are 17 companies that serve Sydney from Helsinki airport: Qantas, Finnair, Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways, British Airways, China Eastern, Air France, Scoot, Air China, Jetstar, Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, China Southern, Lufthansa, Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Singapore Airlines.
Data analysis:
Of the 54384 flights analyzed in previous years, Qantas was the airline that offered the best fare most often in the flight ticket search results (24% of the time) on the Sydney->Helsinki route.
Which day of the week to leave?
Data analysis:
Statistically, Sydney-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 $67. On the other hand, departing on a friday may cost you an additional $78.
Which day of the week to come back?
Data analysis:
Statistically, return flights from Helsinki to Sydney departing on a sunday are cheaper than on other days of the week. By choosing a sunday for your return date, you will save an average of $48. Conversely, departing from Helsinki on a friday may cost you an additional $75.
Top prices Sydney-Helsinki
| Round trip | Dates | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney → Helsinki | 03-03 to 09-03-2025 | $ 974 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 01-05 to 18-05-2025 | $ 991 | layover flight with Air China |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 04-05 to 20-05-2025 | $ 1028 | layover flight with Etihad Airways |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 14-05 to 23-05-2025 | $ 977 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 02-06 to 27-06-2025 | $ 964 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 05-06 to 19-06-2025 | $ 977 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 14-06 to 29-06-2025 | $ 971 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 19-06 to 26-06-2025 | $ 975 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 07-07 to 31-07-2025 | $ 977 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
| Sydney → Helsinki | 08-08 to 22-08-2025 | $ 974 | layover flight with Japan Airlines |
When to book your flight Sydney - Helsinki to get the cheapest price?
Statistically, you will make the biggest savings by buying your plane ticket between 4 to 5 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 Sydney-Helsinki flight, it is recommended to book your ticket on a tuesday.
How far in advance should I buy my flight?
Data analysis:
To get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Helsinki, it is recommended to buy it 4 to 5 months before departure (it is then on average 1480 $, which is a saving of 60 $ 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 (254 $ more than the average price).
Depending on the departure month
The best time to buy your Sydney 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: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1639 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1776), 4 to 5 months ($ 1685), 5 to 6 months ($ 1737), 6 to 7 months ($ 1654), 7 to 8 months ($ 1658), 10 to 11 months ($ 1747) |
| February | Best time: 8 to 9 months before departure (average price: 1251 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1312), 3 to 4 months ($ 1377), 4 to 5 months ($ 1329), 7 to 8 months ($ 1367), 9 to 10 months ($ 1291) |
| March | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1200 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1277), 4 to 5 months ($ 1276), 5 to 6 months ($ 1306), 7 to 8 months ($ 1323), 10 to 11 months ($ 1255) |
| April | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1534 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1548), 1 to 2 months ($ 1552), 3 to 4 months ($ 1535), 6 to 7 months ($ 1589) |
| May | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1279 $) Other interesting period(s): 0 to 1 month ($ 1318), 1 to 2 months ($ 1324), 2 to 3 months ($ 1334), 3 to 4 months ($ 1310), 4 to 5 months ($ 1338) |
| June | Best time: 10 to 11 months before departure (average price: 1319 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1327), 2 to 3 months ($ 1344), 3 to 4 months ($ 1332), 4 to 5 months ($ 1383), 5 to 6 months ($ 1397), 6 to 7 months ($ 1367) |
| July | Best time: 3 to 4 months before departure (average price: 1591 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1625), 4 to 5 months ($ 1604), 5 to 6 months ($ 1657), 6 to 7 months ($ 1674), 7 to 8 months ($ 1646), 8 to 9 months ($ 1656), 9 to 10 months ($ 1596), 10 to 11 months ($ 1644) |
| August | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1407 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1414), 4 to 5 months ($ 1483), 5 to 6 months ($ 1578), 10 to 11 months ($ 1510) |
| September | Best time: 2 to 3 months before departure (average price: 1422 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1522), 3 to 4 months ($ 1463), 4 to 5 months ($ 1426), 5 to 6 months ($ 1436), 8 to 9 months ($ 1535), 9 to 10 months ($ 1537) |
| October | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1403 $) Other interesting period(s): 2 to 3 months ($ 1505), 3 to 4 months ($ 1568), 4 to 5 months ($ 1511), 6 to 7 months ($ 1425), 10 to 11 months ($ 1580) |
| November | Best time: 6 to 7 months before departure (average price: 1129 $) Other interesting period(s): 1 to 2 months ($ 1247), 3 to 4 months ($ 1235), 4 to 5 months ($ 1244), 5 to 6 months ($ 1215), 7 to 8 months ($ 1230), 8 to 9 months ($ 1282) |
| December | Best time: 5 to 6 months before departure (average price: 1515 $) Other interesting period(s): 3 to 4 months ($ 1773), 4 to 5 months ($ 1666), 6 to 7 months ($ 1580), 7 to 8 months ($ 1663), 8 to 9 months ($ 1672), 9 to 10 months ($ 1698), 10 to 11 months ($ 1668), 11 to 12 months ($ 1622) |
What day of the week should I book my flight ticket?
Data analysis:
Statistically, tuesday is the day when plane tickets for Sydney->Helsinki are the cheapest. So, by buying your plane ticket on a tuesday, you will save $49. Conversely, by buying it on a thursday, you may end up paying $31 more.
Sydney 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2024 | $ 1374 $1374 to $1374 | high price | Find a flight |
| December 2024 | $ 1956 $1163 to $4569 | high price | Find a flight |
| January 2025 | $ 1883 $1377 to $5275 | high price | Find a flight |
| February 2025 | $ 1508 $1019 to $3310 | high price | Find a flight |
| March 2025 | $ 1641 $956 to $3330 | high price | Find a flight |
| April 2025 | $ 1943 $1062 to $8444 | high price | Find a flight |
| May 2025 | $ 1564 $973 to $3664 | high price | Find a flight |
| June 2025 | $ 1855 $964 to $3191 | very high price | Find a flight |
| July 2025 | $ 1254 $971 to $1484 | very good price | Find a flight |
| August 2025 | $ 1480 $974 to $3435 | very good price | Find a flight |
| September 2025 | $ 1759 $1083 to $3456 | high price | Find a flight |
| October 2025 | $ 2286 $1051 to $3452 | very high price | Find a flight |
Data analysis:
Compared to the average price, july and august are cheaper to travel to Helsinki. So it may be interesting to book now to leave during these months!