HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,732 km
5,426 miles
SQL
San Carlos
United States
Distance
8,732 km
5,426 mi / 4,715 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
334°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

HEL SQL
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport San Carlos Airport
IATA Code HEL SQL
ICAO Code EFHK KSQL
City Helsinki San Carlos
Country Finland United States
Timezone Europe/Helsinki America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 179 ft 6 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 37.510000, -122.250000

Helsinki (HEL) to San Carlos (SQL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to San Carlos Airport (SQL) in San Carlos, United States is 8,732 kilometers (5,426 miles / 4,715 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 334°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:33 in Helsinki, it's 05:33 in San Carlos. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Carlos (SQL) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 16° (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 San Carlos Airport (SQL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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