The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to San Rafael Airport (LOB) in Los Andes, Chile is 13,428 kilometers (8,344 miles / 7,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 Chile. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:07 in Helsinki, it's 06:07 in Los Andes. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,282 feet between the two airports. San Rafael Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Los Andes (LOB) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 35° (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 San Rafael Airport (LOB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.