ARK
Arusha
Tanzania
6,281 km
3,903 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,281 km
3,903 mi / 3,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Heading
338°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

ARK ZRH
Airport Name Arusha Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code ARK ZRH
ICAO Code HTAR LSZH
City Arusha Zurich
Country Tanzania Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Dar_es_Salaam Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,550 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -3.370000, 36.630000 47.460000, 8.550000

Arusha (ARK) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arusha Airport (ARK) in Arusha, Tanzania to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,281 kilometers (3,903 miles / 3,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:25 in Arusha, it's 17:25 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,134 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Arusha Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Arusha (ARK) follows a heading of 146° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Arusha Airport (ARK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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