HEL
Helsinki
Finland
6,599 km
4,100 miles
LGA
New York
United States
Distance
6,599 km
4,100 mi / 3,563 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
300°
west northwest

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HEL LGA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Laguardia Airport
IATA Code HEL LGA
ICAO Code EFHK KLGA
City Helsinki New York
Country Finland United States
Timezone Europe/Helsinki America/New_York
Elevation 179 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 40.780000, -73.870000

Helsinki (HEL) to New York (LGA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Laguardia Airport (LGA) in New York, United States is 6,599 kilometers (4,100 miles / 3,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 12:50 in Helsinki, it's 05:50 in New York. With a 7-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 New York (LGA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 35° (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 Laguardia Airport (LGA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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