HEA
Herat Airport
Afghanistan
4,648 km
2,888 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
4,648 km
2,888 mi / 2,510 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
305°
northwest

Airport Comparison

HEA ZRH
Airport Name Herat Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code HEA ZRH
ICAO Code OAHR LSZH
City N/A Zurich
Country Afghanistan Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Kabul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 3,206 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 34.210000, 62.230000 47.460000, 8.550000

Herat Airport (HEA) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 4,648 kilometers (2,888 miles / 2,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, 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 Afghanistan 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 18:34 in Herat Airport, it's 15:04 in Zurich. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,790 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Herat Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Herat Airport (HEA) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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