The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,109 kilometers (5,660 miles / 4,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north at a heading of 353°.

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 South Africa 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 09:07 in Cape Town, it's 08:07 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,265 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 172° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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