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Distance from Helsinki to Baghdad

Straight line

3,304 km
2,053 mi · 1,784 NM

By road

5,327 km
3,310 mi

Travel time

59 h 8 min
flight ≈ 4 h 38 min

Direction

SE 146°
initial bearing

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How far is Helsinki from Baghdad?

Helsinki (Finland) and Baghdad (Iraq) 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, Helsinki to Baghdad is 5,327 km (3,310 miles), about 59 h 8 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 61% longer than the straight line.

From Helsinki, Baghdad lies to the south-east (initial bearing 146°). The route crosses from Finland into Iraq. 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 Helsinki from Baghdad?

By road it is 5,327 km (3,310 miles) from Helsinki to Baghdad; in a straight line it is 3,304 km (2,053 miles).

How long is the drive from Helsinki to Baghdad?

About 59 h 8 min on the fastest route (5,327 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Baghdad from Helsinki?

Baghdad is to the south-east of Helsinki, at an initial bearing of 146°.

How long is the flight from Helsinki to Baghdad?

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.