The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Richards Bay Airport (RCB) in Richards Bay, South Africa is 9,924 kilometers (6,167 miles / 5,359 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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 15:05 in Helsinki, it's 15:05 in Richards Bay.

The return flight from Richards Bay (RCB) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 356° (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 Richards Bay Airport (RCB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.