HEL
Helsinki
Finland
4,294 km
2,668 miles
TER
Lajes
Portugal
Distance
4,294 km
2,668 mi / 2,318 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
260°
west

Airport Comparison

HEL TER
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Lajes Field
IATA Code HEL TER
ICAO Code EFHK LPLA
City Helsinki Lajes
Country Finland Portugal
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 179 ft 180 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 38.760000, -27.090000

Helsinki (HEL) to Lajes (TER) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 4,294 kilometers (2,668 miles / 2,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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 Portugal. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:38 in Helsinki, it's 12:38 in Lajes. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Lajes (TER) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 39° (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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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