Time in Helsinki Now
Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) · UTC+3
About Helsinki
Helsinki is the capital of Finland, a harbour city on the Gulf of Finland known for its design, saunas, technology firms and ferry links to Tallinn and Stockholm. It is also a convenient hub for flights between Europe and Asia, so travellers often check its local time.
Finland uses Eastern European Time, UTC+2, and Eastern European Summer Time, UTC+3, in summer. That puts Helsinki two hours ahead of London and one hour ahead of Stockholm across the water, while matching Tallinn. Winter days are short, with darkness by mid-afternoon in December, whereas summer evenings stay light very late.
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Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Helsinki in?
Helsinki is in the Eastern European Summer Time time zone (EEST), which is UTC+3.
Does Helsinki observe daylight saving time?
Yes. Helsinki observes daylight saving time. Clocks go back 1 hour on 25 October 2026
What is the time difference between Helsinki and UTC?
Helsinki is currently UTC+3.
What is the dialling code for Helsinki?
The international dialling code for Helsinki is +358.
When is the best time to call Helsinki from London?
Working hours (9:00–17:00) overlap from 09:00 to 15:00 in London, which is 11:00 to 17:00 in Helsinki.