HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,225 km
5,111 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
8,225 km
5,111 mi / 4,441 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
299°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

HEL TPA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code HEL TPA
ICAO Code EFHK KTPA
City Helsinki Tampa
Country Finland United States
Timezone Europe/Helsinki America/New_York
Elevation 179 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 27.980000, -82.530000

Helsinki (HEL) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 8,225 kilometers (5,111 miles / 4,441 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:42 in Helsinki, it's 04:42 in Tampa. With a 7-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 Tampa (TPA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 29° (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 Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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