AKN
King Salmon
United States
8,135 km
5,055 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,135 km
5,055 mi / 4,393 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Anchorage
Heading
10°
north

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AKN ZRH
Airport Name King Salmon Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code AKN ZRH
ICAO Code PAKN LSZH
City King Salmon Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Zurich
Elevation 73 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 58.680000, -156.650000 47.460000, 8.550000

King Salmon (AKN) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Salmon Airport (AKN) in King Salmon, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,135 kilometers (5,055 miles / 4,393 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

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 United States with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:06 in King Salmon, it's 15:06 in Zurich. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,343 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than King Salmon Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to King Salmon (AKN) follows a heading of 352° (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 King Salmon Airport (AKN) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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