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IATA Code
IATA: HEL
Geocoordinates
60.317222
24.963333

Helsinki Airport Departures

Individuals who take trips overseas do not wish to experience any airport hassle. A lot of negative consequences can result if your flight leaves without you, your baggage gets lost among other things. To eliminate the possibility of missing your trip, ensure that you check the plane reservations again before going to the airport at least one or two days before the date of travel. Your re-confirmation should include checking which terminal you should depart from, check-in times, methods for checking in and other rules regarding carriage because these are different among airlines.

Ensure that you get to the airport at the time you were given to get there. For example, if your flight departs at 10:00 am you should be there one and a half hours to two hours before the flight leaves. Also if your flight leaves early in the morning, early afternoon, you should ensure that you are there very early, especially at the beginning of summer, Easter and Christmas holiday when school is out for winter break. You should also arrive earlier if the baggage you are carrying that should be checked has contents such as golf clubs and skis.

You can save time checking in at the airport by doing it advance online or at the self-service kiosk for check-in on the airport grounds. For smooth departure, ensure that your ticket is available. There are many situations that you will need to present your ticket such as prior to going into the queuing section for security management, doing shopping in the area of the gate, at the passport control area and the departure game before going on the aircraft.

Try not to do last minute check-in as this can become stressful and cause delays for yourself and fellow travelers. Check to make sure you are in possession of all relevant travel documents and requirements before you leave your housing accommodation.