HEL
Helsinki
Finland
7,713 km
4,793 miles
MMQ
Mbala
Zambia
Distance
7,713 km
4,793 mi / 4,165 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
173°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL MMQ
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Mbala Airport
IATA Code HEL MMQ
ICAO Code EFHK FLBA
City Helsinki Mbala
Country Finland Zambia
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 179 ft 5,454 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 -8.860000, 31.340000

Helsinki (HEL) to Mbala (MMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 7,713 kilometers (4,793 miles / 4,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying south at a heading of 173°.

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 Zambia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:19 in Helsinki, it's 14:19 in Mbala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,275 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) 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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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