Helsinki to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Helsinki (HEL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect Finland and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 8,724 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 12 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include HEL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Helsinki. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Helsinki, Finland
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 8,724 km
- Typical duration
- about 12 hours
- Origin codes
- HEL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Helsinki to San Francisco
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Route overview
Helsinki to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between Finland and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are HEL and SFO. Related codes: HEL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 8,724 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 12 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Helsinki airports and metro codes: HEL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Helsinki, other destinations from Helsinki, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Helsinki to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Helsinki to San Francisco typically take about 12 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Helsinki to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Helsinki and San Francisco is approximately 8,724 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Helsinki to San Francisco?
Helsinki is commonly searched with code HEL (related: HEL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Helsinki to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Helsinki?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Helsinki. Distance is the same great-circle measure (8,724 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Helsinki to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects Finland (Helsinki) with United States (San Francisco).
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- San Francisco to Helsinki
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- Helsinki airport (HEL)
- San Francisco airport (SFO)