HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,711 km
5,413 miles
MCE
Merced
United States
Distance
8,711 km
5,413 mi / 4,704 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

HEL MCE
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Merced Yosemite Regional Airport
IATA Code HEL MCE
ICAO Code EFHK KMCE
City Helsinki Merced
Country Finland United States
Timezone Europe/Helsinki America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 179 ft 155 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 37.300000, -120.500000

Helsinki (HEL) to Merced (MCE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) in Merced, United States is 8,711 kilometers (5,413 miles / 4,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 18:48 in Helsinki, it's 08:48 in Merced. With a 10-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 Merced (MCE) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 17° (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 Merced Yosemite Regional Airport (MCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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