GGM
Kakamega
Kenya
5,829 km
3,622 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
5,829 km
3,622 mi / 3,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
338°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GGM ZRH
Airport Name Kakamega Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GGM ZRH
ICAO Code HKKG LSZH
City Kakamega Zurich
Country Kenya Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Zurich
Elevation 5,020 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 0.270000, 34.790000 47.460000, 8.550000

Kakamega (GGM) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kakamega Airport (GGM) in Kakamega, Kenya to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 5,829 kilometers (3,622 miles / 3,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 Kenya 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 02:01 in Kakamega, it's 00:01 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,604 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Kakamega Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Kakamega (GGM) follows a heading of 146° (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 Kakamega Airport (GGM) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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