HEL
Helsinki
Finland
8,750 km
5,437 miles
WKI
Hwange
Zimbabwe
Distance
8,750 km
5,437 mi / 4,725 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
178°
south

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HEL WKI
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Hwange Airport
IATA Code HEL WKI
ICAO Code EFHK FVWT
City Helsinki Hwange
Country Finland Zimbabwe
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Africa/Harare
Elevation 179 ft 2,500 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 -18.360000, 26.520000

Helsinki (HEL) to Hwange (WKI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Hwange Airport (WKI) in Hwange, Zimbabwe is 8,750 kilometers (5,437 miles / 4,725 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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 09:18 in Helsinki, it's 09:18 in Hwange.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,321 feet between the two airports. Hwange Airport sits higher than Helsinki Vantaa Airport.

The return flight from Hwange (WKI) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 359° (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 Hwange Airport (WKI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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