The flight distance from Eagle Lake Airport (ELA) in Eagle Lake, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,640 kilometers (5,368 miles / 4,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 04:50 in Eagle Lake, it's 11:50 in Zurich. With a 7-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 1,232 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Eagle Lake Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Eagle Lake (ELA) 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 Eagle Lake Airport (ELA) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.