EN RO

Distance from Helsinki to Kolkata

Straight line

6,392 km
3,972 mi · 3,451 NM

By road

…
calculating

Travel time

…
flight ≈ 8 h 29 min

Direction

ESE 101°
initial bearing

Open in the calculator (stops, directions, fuel cost) → Kolkata → Helsinki

How far is Helsinki from Kolkata?

Helsinki (Finland) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 6,392 km in a straight line, that is 3,972 miles or 3,451 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Helsinki, Kolkata lies to the east (initial bearing 101°). The route crosses from Finland into India. The halfway point is at 45.5056°, 67.1458°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 29 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 Kolkata?

The straight-line distance between Helsinki and Kolkata is 6,392 km (3,972 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kolkata from Helsinki?

Kolkata is to the east of Helsinki, at an initial bearing of 101°.

How long is the flight from Helsinki to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 29 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.