Airport Comparison
| DIR | HEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport | Helsinki Vantaa Airport |
| IATA Code | DIR | HEL |
| ICAO Code | HADR | EFHK |
| City | Dire Dawa | Helsinki |
| Country | Ethiopia | Finland |
| Timezone | Africa/Addis_Ababa | Europe/Helsinki |
| Elevation | 3,827 ft | 179 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.620000, 41.850000 | 60.320000, 24.960000 |
Dire Dawa (DIR) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 5,809 kilometers (3,610 miles / 3,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north at a heading of 350°.
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 Ethiopia 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 23:43 in Dire Dawa, it's 22:43 in Helsinki.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,648 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport.
The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Dire Dawa (DIR) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Aba Tenna Dejazmach Yilma International Airport (DIR) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.