FCM
Minneapolis
United States
7,253 km
4,507 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
7,253 km
4,507 mi / 3,916 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+7h
America/Chicago
Heading
47°
northeast

Airport Comparison

FCM ZRH
Airport Name Flying Cloud Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code FCM ZRH
ICAO Code KFCM LSZH
City Minneapolis Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Chicago Europe/Zurich
Elevation 906 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 44.800000, -93.500000 47.460000, 8.550000

Minneapolis (FCM) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) in Minneapolis, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 7,253 kilometers (4,507 miles / 3,916 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 12:05 in Minneapolis, it's 19:05 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.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Minneapolis (FCM) follows a heading of 310° (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 Flying Cloud Airport (FCM) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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