HEL
Helsinki
Finland
6,307 km
3,919 miles
PEK
Beijing
China
Distance
6,307 km
3,919 mi / 3,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
66°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

HEL PEK
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Beijing Capital International Airport
IATA Code HEL PEK
ICAO Code EFHK ZBAA
City Helsinki Beijing
Country Finland China
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 179 ft 116 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 40.080000, 116.580000

Helsinki (HEL) to Beijing (PEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) in Beijing, China is 6,307 kilometers (3,919 miles / 3,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

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 China. 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 07:59 in Helsinki, it's 13:59 in Beijing. With a 6-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 Beijing (PEK) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 324° (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 Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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