HEL
Helsinki
Finland
4,361 km
2,710 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
4,361 km
2,710 mi / 2,355 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
261°
west

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HEL SJZ
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code HEL SJZ
ICAO Code EFHK LPSJ
City Helsinki Velas
Country Finland Portugal
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 179 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 38.670000, -28.180000

Helsinki (HEL) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 4,361 kilometers (2,710 miles / 2,355 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 261°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:37 in Helsinki, it's 07:37 in Velas. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 39° (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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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