BIS
Bismarck
United States
7,498 km
4,659 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,498 km
4,659 mi / 4,049 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
44°
northeast

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BIS ZRH
Airport Name Bismarck Municipal Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code BIS ZRH
ICAO Code KBIS LSZH
City Bismarck Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 1,661 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 46.770000, -100.750000 47.460000, 8.550000

Bismarck (BIS) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) in Bismarck, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,498 kilometers (4,659 miles / 4,049 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 04:47 in Bismarck, it's 11:47 in Zurich. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Bismarck (BIS) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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