GKE
Geilenkirchen Airport
Germany
430 km
267 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
430 km
267 mi / 232 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
154°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

GKE ZRH
Airport Name Geilenkirchen Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GKE ZRH
ICAO Code ETNG LSZH
City N/A Zurich
Country Germany Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Zurich
Elevation 296 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 50.960000, 6.040000 47.460000, 8.550000

Geilenkirchen Airport (GKE) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geilenkirchen Airport (GKE) in Geilenkirchen Airport, Germany to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 430 kilometers (267 miles / 232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:47 in Geilenkirchen Airport, it's 11:47 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,120 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Geilenkirchen Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Geilenkirchen Airport (GKE) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 Geilenkirchen Airport (GKE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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