ARK
Arusha
Tanzania
7,154 km
4,446 miles
HEL
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
7,154 km
4,446 mi / 3,863 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

ARK HEL
Airport Name Arusha Airport Helsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA Code ARK HEL
ICAO Code HTAR EFHK
City Arusha Helsinki
Country Tanzania Finland
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Europe/Helsinki
Elevation 4,550 ft 179 ft
Coordinates -3.370000, 36.630000 60.320000, 24.960000

Arusha (ARK) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arusha Airport (ARK) in Arusha, Tanzania to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 7,154 kilometers (4,446 miles / 3,863 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Tanzania with Finland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:44 in Arusha, it's 12:44 in Helsinki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,371 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Arusha Airport.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Arusha (ARK) follows a heading of 167° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Arusha Airport (ARK) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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