GCW
Peach Springs
United States
9,112 km
5,662 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
9,112 km
5,662 mi / 4,920 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Phoenix
Heading
35°
northeast

Airport Comparison

GCW ZRH
Airport Name Grand Canyon West Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GCW ZRH
ICAO Code K1G4 LSZH
City Peach Springs Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Phoenix Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,817 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 35.990000, -113.820000 47.460000, 8.550000

Peach Springs (GCW) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) in Peach Springs, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 9,112 kilometers (5,662 miles / 4,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

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 11:35 in Peach Springs, it's 19:35 in Zurich. With a 8-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 3,401 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Grand Canyon West Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Peach Springs (GCW) follows a heading of 316° (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 Grand Canyon West Airport (GCW) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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