GWT
Westerland
Germany
829 km
515 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
829 km
515 mi / 447 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Short-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
179°
south

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GWT ZRH
Airport Name Westerland Sylt Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code GWT ZRH
ICAO Code EDXW LSZH
City Westerland Zurich
Country Germany Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Zurich
Elevation 51 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 54.910000, 8.340000 47.460000, 8.550000

Westerland (GWT) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Westerland Sylt Airport (GWT) in Westerland, Germany to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 829 kilometers (515 miles / 447 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 179°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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 15:07 in Westerland, it's 15:07 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,365 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Westerland Sylt Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Westerland (GWT) follows a heading of 359° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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