HEL
Helsinki
Finland
2,621 km
1,628 miles
KGS
Kos Island
Greece
Distance
2,621 km
1,628 mi / 1,415 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
176°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL KGS
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Kos Airport
IATA Code HEL KGS
ICAO Code EFHK LGKO
City Helsinki Kos Island
Country Finland Greece
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Athens
Elevation 179 ft 412 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 36.790000, 27.090000

Helsinki (HEL) to Kos Island (KGS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Kos Airport (KGS) in Kos Island, Greece is 2,621 kilometers (1,628 miles / 1,415 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 21:59 in Helsinki, it's 21:59 in Kos Island.

The return flight from Kos Island (KGS) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 357° (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 Kos Airport (KGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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