DUR
Durban
South Africa
8,863 km
5,507 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,863 km
5,507 mi / 4,785 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
345°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

DUR ZRH
Airport Name King Shaka International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code DUR ZRH
ICAO Code FALE LSZH
City Durban Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 295 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -29.610000, 31.120000 47.460000, 8.550000

Durban (DUR) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) in Durban, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,863 kilometers (5,507 miles / 4,785 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 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 13:32 in Durban, it's 12:32 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,121 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than King Shaka International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Durban (DUR) follows a heading of 160° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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