HEL
Helsinki
Finland
2,792 km
1,735 miles
JSH
Crete Island
Greece
Distance
2,792 km
1,735 mi / 1,508 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
178°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL JSH
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Sitia Airport
IATA Code HEL JSH
ICAO Code EFHK LGST
City Helsinki Crete Island
Country Finland Greece
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Athens
Elevation 179 ft 376 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 35.220000, 26.100000

Helsinki (HEL) to Crete Island (JSH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Sitia Airport (JSH) in Crete Island, Greece is 2,792 kilometers (1,735 miles / 1,508 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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 02:12 in Helsinki, it's 02:12 in Crete Island.

The return flight from Crete Island (JSH) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 359° (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 Sitia Airport (JSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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