The flight distance from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, Indonesia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 11,480 kilometers (7,133 miles / 6,199 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 319°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Indonesia with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:44 in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, it's 19:44 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,404 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Sepinggan International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) follows a heading of 77° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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