ERS
Windhoek
Namibia
7,838 km
4,870 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,838 km
4,870 mi / 4,232 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Windhoek
Heading
354°
north

Airport Comparison

ERS ZRH
Airport Name Eros Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code ERS ZRH
ICAO Code FYWE LSZH
City Windhoek Zurich
Country Namibia Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Windhoek Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,575 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates -22.610000, 17.080000 47.460000, 8.550000

Windhoek (ERS) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eros Airport (ERS) in Windhoek, Namibia to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,838 kilometers (4,870 miles / 4,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 354°.

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 Namibia 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 09:00 in Windhoek, it's 08:00 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,159 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Eros Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Windhoek (ERS) 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 Eros Airport (ERS) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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