The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Nesson Airport (HLU) in Houailou, New Caledonia is 14,702 kilometers (9,135 miles / 7,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 Finland with New Caledonia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:50 in Helsinki, it's 09:50 in Houailou. 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.

The return flight from Houailou (HLU) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 335° (north 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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Nesson Airport (HLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.