The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) in Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho is 9,995 kilometers (6,211 miles / 5,397 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying south at a heading of 177°.

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 Lesotho. 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 17:41 in Helsinki, it's 17:41 in Thaba-Tseka.

There is a significant elevation difference of 7,321 feet between the two airports. Thaba-Tseka Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Thaba-Tseka (THB) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 358° (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 Thaba-Tseka Airport (THB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.