The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 8,530 kilometers (5,300 miles / 4,606 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:45 in Albuquerque, it's 23:45 in Helsinki. 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 5,176 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 321° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.