CWL
Cardiff
United Kingdom
2,003 km
1,245 miles
HEL
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
2,003 km
1,245 mi / 1,082 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
49°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CWL HEL
Airport Name Cardiff International Airport Helsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA Code CWL HEL
ICAO Code EGFF EFHK
City Cardiff Helsinki
Country United Kingdom Finland
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Helsinki
Elevation 220 ft 179 ft
Coordinates 51.400000, -3.340000 60.320000, 24.960000

Cardiff (CWL) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cardiff International Airport (CWL) in Cardiff, United Kingdom to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 2,003 kilometers (1,245 miles / 1,082 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Finland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:18 in Cardiff, it's 16:18 in Helsinki.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Cardiff (CWL) follows a heading of 253° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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