HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,159 km
5,070 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
8,159 km
5,070 mi / 4,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
176°
south

Airport Comparison

HEL NLA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code HEL NLA
ICAO Code EFHK FLND
City Helsinki Ndola
Country Finland Zambia
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 179 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Helsinki (HEL) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 8,159 kilometers (5,070 miles / 4,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 176°.

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 18:24 in Helsinki, it's 18:24 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,988 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 358° (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 Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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