The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Vallenar Airport (VLR) in Vallenar, Chile is 13,047 kilometers (8,107 miles / 7,045 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 260°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:55 in Helsinki, it's 00:55 in Vallenar. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,546 feet between the two airports. Vallenar Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Vallenar (VLR) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 34° (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 Vallenar Airport (VLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.