CIL
Council
United States
7,503 km
4,662 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,503 km
4,662 mi / 4,051 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+10h
America/Nome
Heading
north

Airport Comparison

CIL ZRH
Airport Name Council Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code CIL ZRH
ICAO Code KK29 LSZH
City Council Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Nome Europe/Zurich
Elevation 100 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 64.900000, -163.700000 47.460000, 8.550000

Council (CIL) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Council Airport (CIL) in Council, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,503 kilometers (4,662 miles / 4,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 6°.

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 11:48 in Council, it's 21:48 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 1,316 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Council Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Council (CIL) follows a heading of 356° (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 Council Airport (CIL) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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