JKR
Janakpur
Nepal
6,939 km
4,312 miles
ZRH
Zurich
Switzerland
Distance
6,939 km
4,312 mi / 3,747 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
312°
northwest

Airport Comparison

JKR ZRH
Airport Name Janakpur Airport Zurich Airport
IATA Code JKR ZRH
ICAO Code VNJP LSZH
City Janakpur Zurich
Country Nepal Switzerland
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Zurich
Elevation 256 ft 1,416 ft
Coordinates 26.710000, 85.920000 47.460000, 8.550000

Janakpur (JKR) to Zurich (ZRH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Janakpur Airport (JKR) in Janakpur, Nepal to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 6,939 kilometers (4,312 miles / 3,747 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 Nepal 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 09:18 in Janakpur, it's 04:33 in Zurich. The 4.75-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,160 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Janakpur Airport.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Janakpur (JKR) follows a heading of 80° (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 Janakpur Airport (JKR) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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