GIL
Gilgit
Pakistan
5,442 km
3,381 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
5,442 km
3,381 mi / 2,938 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Karachi
Heading
305°
northwest

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GIL ZRH
Airport Name Gilgit Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GIL ZRH
ICAO Code OPGT LSZH
City Gilgit Zurich
Country Pakistan Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Karachi Europe/Zurich
Elevation 4,796 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 35.920000, 74.330000 47.460000, 8.550000

Gilgit (GIL) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gilgit Airport (GIL) in Gilgit, Pakistan to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 5,442 kilometers (3,381 miles / 2,938 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 305°.

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 Pakistan with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:34 in Gilgit, it's 15:34 in Zurich. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,380 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Gilgit Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Gilgit (GIL) follows a heading of 78° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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