The flight distance from Honiara International Airport (HIR) in Honiara, Solomon Islands to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 15,009 kilometers (9,326 miles / 8,104 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Solomon Islands with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:51 in Honiara, it's 13:51 in Zurich. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,388 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Honiara International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Honiara (HIR) follows a heading of 42° (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 Honiara International Airport (HIR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.