HEL
Helsinki
Finland
7,912 km
4,916 miles
IDP
Independence
United States
Distance
7,912 km
4,916 mi / 4,272 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HEL IDP
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Independence Municipal Airport
IATA Code HEL IDP
ICAO Code EFHK KIDP
City Helsinki Independence
Country Finland United States
Timezone Europe/Helsinki America/Chicago
Elevation 179 ft 825 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 37.160000, -95.780000

Helsinki (HEL) to Independence (IDP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Independence Municipal Airport (IDP) in Independence, United States is 7,912 kilometers (4,916 miles / 4,272 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:10 in Helsinki, it's 04:10 in Independence. 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 Independence (IDP) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). 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 Independence Municipal Airport (IDP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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