The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) in Leigh Creek Airport, Australia is 14,203 kilometers (8,826 miles / 7,669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east at a heading of 87°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Finland with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:45 in Helsinki, it's 04:15 in Leigh Creek Airport. With a 8.5-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 Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 325° (northwest). 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 Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.