Airport Comparison
| HEL | KOA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Helsinki Vantaa Airport | Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport |
| IATA Code | HEL | KOA |
| ICAO Code | EFHK | PHKO |
| City | Helsinki | Kailua/Kona |
| Country | Finland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki | Pacific/Honolulu |
| Elevation | 179 ft | 49 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.320000, 24.960000 | 19.700000, -156.000000 |
Helsinki (HEL) to Kailua/Kona (KOA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) in Kailua/Kona, United States is 11,117 kilometers (6,908 miles / 6,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 1°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:14 in Helsinki, it's 09:14 in Kailua/Kona. With a 12-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 Kailua/Kona (KOA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 360° (north). 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 Ellison Onizuka Kona International At Keahole Airport (KOA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.