HBE
Alexandria
Egypt
2,573 km
1,599 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
2,573 km
1,599 mi / 1,389 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HBE ZRH
Airport Name Borg El Arab International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code HBE ZRH
ICAO Code HEBA LSZH
City Alexandria Zurich
Country Egypt Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Zurich
Elevation 177 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 30.920000, 29.700000 47.460000, 8.550000

Alexandria (HBE) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) in Alexandria, Egypt to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 2,573 kilometers (1,599 miles / 1,389 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Egypt 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 21:56 in Alexandria, it's 20:56 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,239 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Borg El Arab International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Alexandria (HBE) follows a heading of 128° (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 Borg El Arab International Airport (HBE) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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