The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) in Medicine Hat, Canada is 7,118 kilometers (4,423 miles / 3,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 04:57 in Helsinki, it's 19:57 in Medicine Hat. 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 2,173 feet between the two airports. Medicine Hat Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Medicine Hat (YXH) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 23° (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 Medicine Hat Airport (YXH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.