HEL
Helsinki
Finland
2,496 km
1,551 miles
HEW
Athens
Greece
Distance
2,496 km
1,551 mi / 1,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
183°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL HEW
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Athen Helenikon Airport
IATA Code HEL HEW
ICAO Code EFHK LGAT
City Helsinki Athens
Country Finland Greece
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Athens
Elevation 179 ft 69 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 37.890000, 23.730000

Helsinki (HEL) to Athens (HEW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Athen Helenikon Airport (HEW) in Athens, Greece is 2,496 kilometers (1,551 miles / 1,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 183°.

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 Finland with Greece. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:04 in Helsinki, it's 18:04 in Athens.

The return flight from Athens (HEW) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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