DXB
Dubai
United Arab Emirates
4,768 km
2,962 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,768 km
2,962 mi / 2,574 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
314°
northwest

Airport Comparison

DXB ZRH
Airport Name Dubai International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code DXB ZRH
ICAO Code OMDB LSZH
City Dubai Zurich
Country United Arab Emirates Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Zurich
Elevation 34 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 25.250000, 55.360000 47.460000, 8.550000

Dubai (DXB) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,768 kilometers (2,962 miles / 2,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

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 Arab Emirates 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 13:29 in Dubai, it's 10:29 in Zurich. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,382 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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