Airport Comparison
| HEL | YXY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Helsinki Vantaa Airport | Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport |
| IATA Code | HEL | YXY |
| ICAO Code | EFHK | CYXY |
| City | Helsinki | Whitehorse |
| Country | Finland | Canada |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki | America/Whitehorse |
| Elevation | 179 ft | 2,317 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.320000, 24.960000 | 60.710000, -135.070000 |
Helsinki (HEL) to Whitehorse (YXY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) in Whitehorse, Canada is 6,448 kilometers (4,007 miles / 3,482 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 349°.
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 16:35 in Helsinki, it's 07:35 in Whitehorse. 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 2,138 feet between the two airports. Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
The return flight from Whitehorse (YXY) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 12° (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 Whitehorse / Erik Nielsen International Airport (YXY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.