The flight distance from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) in Gaborone, Botswana to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 9,439 kilometers (5,865 miles / 5,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 360°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Botswana 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 11:20 in Gaborone, it's 11:20 in Helsinki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,120 feet between the two airports. Helsinki Vantaa Airport sits lower than Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Gaborone (GBE) follows a heading of 179° (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 Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) and Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.