HEL
Helsinki
Finland
1,840 km
1,143 miles
NHT
London
United Kingdom
Distance
1,840 km
1,143 mi / 993 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
249°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

HEL NHT
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport RAF Northolt
IATA Code HEL NHT
ICAO Code EFHK EGWU
City Helsinki London
Country Finland United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/London
Elevation 179 ft 124 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 51.550000, -0.420000

Helsinki (HEL) to London (NHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to RAF Northolt (NHT) in London, United Kingdom is 1,840 kilometers (1,143 miles / 993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Finland with United Kingdom. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:27 in Helsinki, it's 21:27 in London.

The return flight from London (NHT) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 48° (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 RAF Northolt (NHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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