The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Wonderboom Airport (PRY) in Pretoria, South Africa is 9,564 kilometers (5,943 miles / 5,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 South Africa. 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 17:49 in Helsinki, it's 17:49 in Pretoria.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,916 feet between the two airports. Wonderboom Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

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