How to get from Berlin to Helsinki
- 1121 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 55m
- 3 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 55m
direct
Flight
€75
Cheapest
5h 35m
1 transfer
Flight + Bus
€52
Ground only
26h 50m
direct
Bus
€103
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 22 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Berlin to Helsinki. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 55m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1121 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €52, on Wed, Sep 23.
1121 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €75Checked Sep 22 | 1h 55mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €103Omio catalogue, Sep 23 | 26h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€75Checked Sep 221h 55m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€103Omio catalogue, Sep 2326h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Berlin to Helsinki: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Berlin Brandenburg → Helsinki Vantaaflight
Eurowings·1h 55m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Berlin to Helsinki
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€74October 2026
€65Departures from Berlin to Helsinki
FlixBus runs 3 scheduled departures a day, the first at 06:40 and the last at 08:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 3 | 06:40 | 08:40 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 31h 15m€103Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 23
Operators seen on these journeys
EurowingsBerlin Brandenburg-Helsinki VantaaSee live options and dates →
RyanairBerlin Brandenburg-Tallinn AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusTallinn Airport-Helsinki Vantaa, Berlin central-HelsinkiBook →On this route you travel with Eurowings, Ryanair, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Berlin to Helsinki works
Start with a EW flight from Berlin to Helsinki, about 1h 55m. In total it's roughly €75 over 1h 55m, direct, no transfers.
Berlin to Helsinki: common questions
How long does it take to get from Berlin to Helsinki?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 55m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Berlin to Helsinki?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 06:40 and the last at 08:40, from Berlin central, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Berlin to Helsinki?
3 a day with FlixBus, between 06:40 and 08:40.
Which station does the bus from Berlin to Helsinki leave from?
Berlin central with FlixBus, according to the published timetable.
How far is Helsinki from Berlin?
About 1121 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Berlin to Helsinki cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €52 to €124. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Berlin to Helsinki?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 55m.
How long is the flight from Berlin to Helsinki?
About 1h 55m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Berlin and Helsinki?
Berlin is BER and Helsinki is HEL, so this route is usually written BER to HEL.
Which operators run Berlin to Helsinki?
On this route you travel with Eurowings, Ryanair, FlixBus.
Can you get from Berlin to Helsinki without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 26h 50m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Berlin to Helsinki?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Eurowings
Route calculated: 22 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 22 Sep 2026