FNC
Funchal
Portugal
2,687 km
1,670 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
2,687 km
1,670 mi / 1,451 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
45°
northeast

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FNC ZRH
Airport Name Madeira Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code FNC ZRH
ICAO Code LPMA LSZH
City Funchal Zurich
Country Portugal Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/Zurich
Elevation 192 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 32.700000, -16.770000 47.460000, 8.550000

Funchal (FNC) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Madeira Airport (FNC) in Funchal, Portugal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 2,687 kilometers (1,670 miles / 1,451 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Portugal with Switzerland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:46 in Funchal, it's 14:46 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,224 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Madeira Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Funchal (FNC) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Madeira Airport (FNC) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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