HEL
Helsinki
Finland
5,099 km
3,169 miles
MSW
Massawa
Eritrea
Distance
5,099 km
3,169 mi / 2,753 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
160°
south southeast

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HEL MSW
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Massawa International Airport
IATA Code HEL MSW
ICAO Code EFHK HHMS
City Helsinki Massawa
Country Finland Eritrea
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Asmara
Elevation 179 ft 194 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 15.670000, 39.370000

Helsinki (HEL) to Massawa (MSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Massawa International Airport (MSW) in Massawa, Eritrea is 5,099 kilometers (3,169 miles / 2,753 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 160°.

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 Eritrea. 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 06:33 in Helsinki, it's 07:33 in Massawa.

The return flight from Massawa (MSW) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 350° (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 Massawa International Airport (MSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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