The flight distance from Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) in Grand Rapids, United States to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 6,838 kilometers (4,249 miles / 3,692 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 08:45 in Grand Rapids, it's 16:45 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,177 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Grand Rapids (GPZ) follows a heading of 317° (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 Grand Rapids/Itasca County-Gordon Newstrom Field (GPZ) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.