HEL
Helsinki
Finland
1,907 km
1,185 miles
LUG
Lugano
Switzerland
Distance
1,907 km
1,185 mi / 1,030 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
221°
southwest

Airport Comparison

HEL LUG
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Lugano Airport
IATA Code HEL LUG
ICAO Code EFHK LSZA
City Helsinki Lugano
Country Finland Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Zurich
Elevation 179 ft 915 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 46.000000, 8.910000

Helsinki (HEL) to Lugano (LUG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Lugano Airport (LUG) in Lugano, Switzerland is 1,907 kilometers (1,185 miles / 1,030 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

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 Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:49 in Helsinki, it's 15:49 in Lugano.

The return flight from Lugano (LUG) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 28° (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 Lugano Airport (LUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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