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Distance from Baghdad to Helsinki

Straight line

3,304 km
2,053 mi · 1,784 NM

By road

5,339 km
3,317 mi

Travel time

59 h 17 min
flight ≈ 4 h 38 min

Direction

NNW 340°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Helsinki?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Helsinki (Finland) are very far apart: 3,304 km in a straight line, that is 2,053 miles or 1,784 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Helsinki is 5,339 km (3,317 miles), about 59 h 17 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 62% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Helsinki lies to the north (initial bearing 340°). The route crosses from Iraq into Finland. The halfway point is at 47.1424°, 37.1586°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 38 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Baghdad from Helsinki?

By road it is 5,339 km (3,317 miles) from Baghdad to Helsinki; in a straight line it is 3,304 km (2,053 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Helsinki?

About 59 h 17 min on the fastest route (5,339 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Helsinki from Baghdad?

Helsinki is to the north of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 340°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Helsinki?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 38 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.