The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) in Barbacena, Brazil is 10,952 kilometers (6,805 miles / 5,914 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 241°.

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 Brazil. 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 15:41 in Helsinki, it's 10:41 in Barbacena. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,478 feet between the two airports. Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Barbacena (QAK) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 28° (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 Major Brigadeiro Doorgal Borges Airport (QAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.