JAC
Jackson
United States
8,274 km
5,141 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
8,274 km
5,141 mi / 4,468 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Denver
Heading
38°
northeast

Airport Comparison

JAC ZRH
Airport Name Jackson Hole Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code JAC ZRH
ICAO Code KJAC LSZH
City Jackson Zurich
Country United States Switzerland
Timezone America/Denver Europe/Zurich
Elevation 6,451 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 43.610000, -110.740000 47.460000, 8.550000

Jackson (JAC) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) in Jackson, United States to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 8,274 kilometers (5,141 miles / 4,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 United States with Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:31 in Jackson, it's 16:31 in Zurich. With a 8-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 5,035 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits lower than Jackson Hole Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Jackson (JAC) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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