The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) in Macara, Ecuador is 11,247 kilometers (6,988 miles / 6,073 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:32 in Helsinki, it's 11:32 in Macara. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,329 feet between the two airports. Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Macara (MRR) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 29° (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 Jose Maria Velasco Ibarra Airport (MRR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.