HEL
Helsinki
Finland
5,487 km
3,409 miles
RUK
Rukumkot
Nepal
Distance
5,487 km
3,409 mi / 2,963 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3.75h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
103°
east southeast

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HEL RUK
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Rukumkot Airport
IATA Code HEL RUK
ICAO Code EFHK VNRK
City Helsinki Rukumkot
Country Finland Nepal
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Asia/Kathmandu
Elevation 179 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 28.630000, 82.190000

Helsinki (HEL) to Rukumkot (RUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Rukumkot Airport (RUK) in Rukumkot, Nepal is 5,487 kilometers (3,409 miles / 2,963 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 103°.

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 Nepal. 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 19:46 in Helsinki, it's 23:31 in Rukumkot. The 3.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,321 feet between the two airports. Rukumkot Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Rukumkot (RUK) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 327° (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 Rukumkot Airport (RUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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