GAD
Gadsden
United States
7,811 km
4,854 miles
HEL
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
7,811 km
4,854 mi / 4,218 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Chicago
Heading
29°
north northeast

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GAD HEL
Airport Name Northeast Alabama Regional Airport Helsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA Code GAD HEL
ICAO Code KGAD EFHK
City Gadsden Helsinki
Country United States Finland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Helsinki
Elevation 569 ft 179 ft
Coordinates 33.970000, -86.090000 60.320000, 24.960000

Gadsden (GAD) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Northeast Alabama Regional Airport (GAD) in Gadsden, United States to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 7,811 kilometers (4,854 miles / 4,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 United States with Finland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:02 in Gadsden, it's 17:02 in Helsinki. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Gadsden (GAD) follows a heading of 305° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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