BUF
Buffalo
United States
6,483 km
4,028 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,483 km
4,028 mi / 3,501 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
America/New_York
Heading
53°
northeast

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BUF ZRH
Airport Name Buffalo Niagara International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code BUF ZRH
ICAO Code KBUF LSZH
City Buffalo Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/New_York Europe/Zurich
Elevation 727 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 42.940000, -78.730000 47.460000, 8.550000

Buffalo (BUF) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) in Buffalo, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,483 kilometers (4,028 miles / 3,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 12:57 in Buffalo, it's 18:57 in Zurich. With a 6-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 Buffalo (BUF) follows a heading of 301° (west 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 Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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