Airport Comparison
| HEL | YXD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Helsinki Vantaa Airport | Edmonton City Centre (Blatchford Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | HEL | YXD |
| ICAO Code | EFHK | CYXD |
| City | Helsinki | Edmonton |
| Country | Finland | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki | America/Edmonton |
| Elevation | 179 ft | 2,202 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.320000, 24.960000 | 53.570000, -113.520000 |
Helsinki (HEL) to Edmonton (YXD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Edmonton City Centre (Blatchford Field) Airport (YXD) in Edmonton, Canada is 6,826 kilometers (4,242 miles / 3,686 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.
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 Canada. 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 22:31 in Helsinki, it's 13:31 in Edmonton. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,023 feet between the two airports. Edmonton City Centre (Blatchford Field) Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
The return flight from Edmonton (YXD) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 22° (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 Edmonton City Centre (Blatchford Field) Airport (YXD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.