The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Mafeteng Airport (MFC) in Mafeteng, Lesotho is 10,023 kilometers (6,228 miles / 5,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:31 in Helsinki, it's 14:31 in Mafeteng.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,171 feet between the two airports. Mafeteng Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mafeteng (MFC) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 359° (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 Mafeteng Airport (MFC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.