The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) in Sesriem Airstrip, Namibia is 9,470 kilometers (5,884 miles / 5,113 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Finland with Namibia. 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 00:34 in Helsinki, it's 23:34 in Sesriem Airstrip.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,275 feet between the two airports. Sesriem Airstrip sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 5° (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 Sesriem Airstrip (SZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.