HEL
Helsinki
Finland
7,365 km
4,576 miles
SHA
Shanghai
China
Distance
7,365 km
4,576 mi / 3,977 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
68°
east northeast

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HEL SHA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport
IATA Code HEL SHA
ICAO Code EFHK ZSSS
City Helsinki Shanghai
Country Finland China
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 179 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 31.200000, 121.340000

Helsinki (HEL) to Shanghai (SHA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) in Shanghai, China is 7,365 kilometers (4,576 miles / 3,977 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.

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 16:32 in Helsinki, it's 22:32 in Shanghai. 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 Shanghai (SHA) 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 Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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