Flying from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kristiansand Airport (KRS): what you need to know
Kristiansand is one hour behind Helsinki and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your HEL to KRS flight.
During popular months like June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between HEL and KRS include:
Oslo Airport Gardermoen
Copenhagen Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL) to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
Currently, AED 264 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is AED 595. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HEL to KRS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from HEL to KRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport.
Handy information about Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
60.23% of flights taking off from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Helsinki-Vantaa Airport from central Helsinki, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a stress-free start by staying near HEL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near KRS instead:
Grab a Kristiansand Airport rental car and explore Kristiansand and beyond with your own wheels. Hertz, Alamo and Sixt are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Kristiansand Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kristiansand Airport (KRS) to central Kristiansand
Kristiansand Airport is approximately 13 kilometers from central Kristiansand. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
It typically takes 45 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Kristiansand Airport (KRS)
June is the busiest month for flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Kristiansand in February.
The warmest month in Kristiansand is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Book your flights from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Kristiansand Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HEL to KRS in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) then.
Explore more of Norway
Oslo is just one of the many cities in Norway waiting to be explored after you've seen Kristiansand. Around 257 kilometers away to the north-east, its top attractions include Viking Ship Museum, The Norwegian National Opera & Ballet and Akershus Fortress.
Around 290 kilometers north-west of Kristiansand, Bergen is another essential stop in Norway. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bryggen, Troldhaugen and Fish Market.
