EMG
Empangeni
South Africa
8,787 km
5,460 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,787 km
5,460 mi / 4,745 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
344°
north northwest

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EMG ZRH
Airport Name Empangeni Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code EMG ZRH
ICAO Code FAEM LSZH
City Empangeni Zurich
Country South Africa Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Zurich
Elevation 251 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -28.720000, 31.890000 47.460000, 8.550000

Empangeni (EMG) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Empangeni Airport (EMG) in Empangeni, South Africa to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,787 kilometers (5,460 miles / 4,745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 14:35 in Empangeni, it's 13:35 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,165 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Empangeni Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Empangeni (EMG) follows a heading of 159° (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 Empangeni Airport (EMG) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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