HEL
Helsinki
Finland
4,025 km
2,501 miles
OAH
Shindand Airport
Afghanistan
Distance
4,025 km
2,501 mi / 2,173 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
121°
east southeast

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HEL OAH
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Shindand Airport
IATA Code HEL OAH
ICAO Code EFHK OASD
City Helsinki N/A
Country Finland Afghanistan
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Asia/Kabul
Elevation 179 ft 3,773 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 33.390000, 62.260000

Helsinki (HEL) to Shindand Airport (OAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Shindand Airport (OAH) in Shindand Airport, Afghanistan is 4,025 kilometers (2,501 miles / 2,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 121°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:44 in Helsinki, it's 00:14 in Shindand Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,594 feet between the two airports. Shindand Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Shindand Airport (OAH) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 329° (north northwest). 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 Shindand Airport (OAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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