HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,720 km
5,419 miles
VFA
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,720 km
5,419 mi / 4,709 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
179°
south

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HEL VFA
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Victoria Falls International Airport
IATA Code HEL VFA
ICAO Code EFHK FVFA
City Helsinki Victoria Falls
Country Finland Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Harare
Elevation 179 ft 3,490 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 -18.100000, 25.840000

Helsinki (HEL) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 8,720 kilometers (5,419 miles / 4,709 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 179°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 21:13 in Helsinki, it's 21:13 in Victoria Falls.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,311 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 360° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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