The flight distance from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, South Africa to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 9,433 kilometers (5,862 miles / 5,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 357°.

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 South Africa 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 06:01 in Hoedspruit, it's 06:01 in Helsinki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,564 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Hoedspruit (HDS) follows a heading of 174° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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