Airport Comparison
| HEL | LBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Helsinki Vantaa Airport | Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | HEL | LBB |
| ICAO Code | EFHK | KLBB |
| City | Helsinki | Lubbock |
| Country | Finland | United States |
| Timezone | Europe/Helsinki | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 179 ft | 3,282 ft |
| Coordinates | 60.320000, 24.960000 | 33.660000, -101.820000 |
Helsinki (HEL) to Lubbock (LBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) in Lubbock, United States is 8,498 kilometers (5,280 miles / 4,588 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northwest at a heading of 317°.
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 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 22:04 in Helsinki, it's 14:04 in Lubbock. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,103 feet between the two airports. Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
The return flight from Lubbock (LBB) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 24° (north northeast). 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 Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.