GLA
Glasgow
United Kingdom
1,780 km
1,106 miles
HEL
Helsinki
Finland
Distance
1,780 km
1,106 mi / 961 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
62°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

GLA HEL
Airport Name Glasgow International Airport Helsinki Vantaa Airport
IATA Code GLA HEL
ICAO Code EGPF EFHK
City Glasgow Helsinki
Country United Kingdom Finland
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Helsinki
Elevation 26 ft 179 ft
Coordinates 55.870000, -4.430000 60.320000, 24.960000

Glasgow (GLA) to Helsinki (HEL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Glasgow International Airport (GLA) in Glasgow, United Kingdom to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 1,780 kilometers (1,106 miles / 961 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Finland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:39 in Glasgow, it's 03:39 in Helsinki.

The return flight from Helsinki (HEL) to Glasgow (GLA) follows a heading of 267° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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