HRG
Hurghada
Egypt
3,146 km
1,955 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
3,146 km
1,955 mi / 1,699 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
323°
northwest

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HRG ZRH
Airport Name Hurghada International Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code HRG ZRH
ICAO Code HEGN LSZH
City Hurghada Zurich
Country Egypt Switzerland
Timezone Africa/Cairo Europe/Zurich
Elevation 52 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 27.180000, 33.800000 47.460000, 8.550000

Hurghada (HRG) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Hurghada International Airport (HRG) in Hurghada, Egypt to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 3,146 kilometers (1,955 miles / 1,699 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.

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 19:57 in Hurghada, it's 18:57 in Zurich.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,364 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Hurghada International Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Hurghada (HRG) follows a heading of 127° (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 Hurghada International Airport (HRG) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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