HEL
Helsinki
Finland
1,941 km
1,206 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
1,941 km
1,206 mi / 1,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
226°
southwest

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HEL QLS
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code HEL QLS
ICAO Code EFHK LSGL
City Helsinki Lausanne
Country Finland Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Zurich
Elevation 179 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 46.550000, 6.620000

Helsinki (HEL) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 1,941 kilometers (1,206 miles / 1,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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 Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:28 in Helsinki, it's 00:28 in Lausanne.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,862 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 31° (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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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