BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
6,177 km
3,838 miles
HEL
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
6,177 km
3,838 mi / 3,336 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
north

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BGU HEL
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Helsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA Code BGU HEL
ICAO Code FEFG EFHK
City Bangassou Helsinki
Country Central African Republic Finland
Timezone Africa/Bangui Europe/Helsinki
Elevation 1,706 ft 179 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 60.320000, 24.960000

Bangassou (BGU) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 6,177 kilometers (3,838 miles / 3,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 1°.

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 Central African Republic with Finland. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:49 in Bangassou, it's 11:49 in Helsinki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,527 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 183° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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