The flight distance from Desierto de Atacama Airport (CPO) in Copiapo, Chile to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 12,924 kilometers (8,031 miles / 6,978 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:38 in Copiapo, it's 00:38 in Helsinki. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Copiapo (CPO) follows a heading of 260° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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